tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-760340098630208782024-03-13T15:42:26.444-07:00Birthday à La ModeDaily musings about the things that make me warm and fuzzy and showcases my slight obsession with celebrating the little things.birthday à la modehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01714182144745666337noreply@blogger.comBlogger123125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-76034009863020878.post-44605327970560136852011-10-30T08:32:00.000-07:002011-10-30T08:33:17.511-07:00Mood Music: Character<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">They say when you're going through your most challenging or most difficult times, you get an accurate view of who your true friends are. As I lay here in bed on this snow lined October morning (weird, right?), Mara Hruby's 'Character' seems to fit my mood exactly.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">The good thing about disappointments like these is the surprise element. The people who you would never expect to, come around and support you and check in on you. I have come across so many genuine, wholesome, GOOD people and it's truly been a blessing in my life. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">So, with this, I realize how I am so fine with endings because they always signify a fabulous, new beginning -- at least for me :)</span><br />
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</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">So, w</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">ho are you in the face of disappointment? </span></i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 13px; line-height: 19px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">It benefits from 300 days of sunshine per year, with temps hardly exceeding 86˚ (as if that isn't enough to get you there), 71 miles of beaches and 3,000 restaurants. You want to talk perection? This honey, is it. </span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 13px; line-height: 19px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">So, get lost with me and enjoy these images from a place that is magically reminiscent of <i>"la belle époque": </i> </span></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">Happy 2nd Birthday to Birthday á la Mode! </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">No major events or giveaways today as I am just getting back into the swing of blogging again after my hiatus. Hopefully by year 3, I'll be able to do it big, but for now, I'll just live in the moment and have a cupcake!</span><br />
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</tbody></table><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">Awhile back, I received a request to post another plus sized fashion entry. With tons of blogs and magazines bringing more attention to curvalicious beauties, it's only natural that we provide more options and ideas for the plus-sized audience. </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">Below, I've provided a few fabulous fashion finds, along with some great links to blogs and online stores to check out: </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">2. Kiyonna <a href="http://www.kiyonna.com/plus-size-clothing/Customer_Favorites/12112502">Betsey Ruched Dress</a>, $128</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">3. Kiyonna <a href="http://www.kiyonna.com/plus-size-clothing/SALE/31110701">Nottingham Knit Riding Pant</a>, $62</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">4. ASOS Curve, <a href="http://us.asos.com/ASOS-ASOS-CURVE-Textured-Shoulder-Top/w030q/?iid=1517813&cid=10528&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=-1&sort=-1&clr=Coral&mporgp=L0Fzb3MvQXNvcy1DdXJ2ZS1UZXh0dXJlZC1TaG91bGRlci1Ub3AvUHJvZC8.">Textured Shoulder Top</a>, $60.34</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">5. Missphit, <a href="https://www.missphit.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=247&osCsid=021fa85dc79137554ab57396bfab40f2">Zigzag Wrap</a>, $55</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">6. Forever21+, <a href="http://www.forever21.com/product.asp?catalog%5Fname=FOREVER21&category%5Fname=faith%5Fmain&product%5Fid=2000028923&Page=1">Leopard Print Cardigan</a>, $19.80</span><br />
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<ul><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">http://www.leblogdebigbeauty.com/</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">http://garnerstyle.blogspot.com/</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">http://www.gabifresh.com/</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">http://nicolettemason.blogspot.com/</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">http://saksinthecity.blogspot.com/</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">http://www.mezzofashionisto.com/</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">http://girlwithcurves.tumblr.com/</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">http://www.beautyfash.com/</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">http://kylanita.canalblog.com/</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">http://www.copperandcurls.com/</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">http://fatgirlslikeniceclothestoo.wordpress.com/</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">http://www.pearlslaceandruffles.com/</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">http://www.thebuxomandthebeautiful.com/</span></li>
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</span>birthday à la modehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01714182144745666337noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-76034009863020878.post-85065484248602141112011-08-03T18:19:00.000-07:002011-08-03T18:19:27.367-07:00Wednesday Wishes: Cat Me If You Can<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">It's no secret that I am a huge fan of Kourtney Kardashian's style. Moreso than her sister Kim's, actually. When I spotted her rocking a cool pair of <a href="http://www.oliverpeoples.com/">Oliver Peoples</a> 'Alina Cat Eye' sunnies a few months back, I knew I had to get my hands on a pair for the summer. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">I have yet to find the perfect pair for myself, but I think I'll have my choices narrowed down before our vacation in 3-weeks. </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">So today, I wish for vintage inspired shades, that will keep the sun out of my eyes and the cool in my style. </span><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">1. <a href="http://www.sunglasswarehouse.com/vintage-inspired-sunglasses.html">Retro Sunglasses</a>, $15.95</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">2. Ray-Ban <a href="http://www.net-a-porter.com/am/product/173839?cm_mmc=LinkshareUS-_-ProductFeed-_-RayBan-_-Sunglasses&siteID=Hy3bqNL2jtQ-XDZjaYsva9JmBiPCTS79lQ">Cat Eye-Frame Acetate Sunglasses</a>, $130</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">3. Alexander Wang <a href="http://www.saksfifthavenue.com/main/ProductDetail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524446368434&site_refer=AFF001&site_refer=AFF001&siteID=Hy3bqNL2jtQ-rN_UD76feGvjmFJN.D9.Qg&LScreativeid=410763026726&LSlinkid=15&LSoid=227297&LSsid=Hy3bqNL2jtQ">Pointed Cat Eye Sunglasses</a>, $355</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">4. Forever 21 <a href="http://www.forever21.com/product.asp?catalog_name=FOREVER21&category_name=acc_sunglasses&product_id=1081257753&Page=1">Cat Eye Sunglasses</a>, $5.80</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">5. Ralph Lauren <a href="http://www.saksfifthavenue.com/main/ProductDetail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524446423657&site_refer=AFF001&siteID=Hy3bqNL2jtQ-kCdMyUsPHXHlI3TzE2mMKA&LScreativeid=1&LSlinkid=10&LSoid=227297&LSsid=Hy3bqNL2jtQ">Vintage Cat's Eye Sunglasses</a>, $160</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br />
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</div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">I've been a little busy, but as soon as I got the chance, I wanted to take the time to come in and post about Japan. </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">On March 11th, an 8.9 magnitude earthquake sent the country into massive devastation which unleashed in 3-days time, tsunamis and the explosion of a nuclear plant. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">Japan is one of the most seismically active countries in the world and this recent earthquake has placed it in the top 5 worldwide. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">I'm asking my readers to please pray for Japan and the survivors of this tragedy. God is who we should turn to in times of trouble and despair. Prayer is powerful, lends hope and makes a difference. </span><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>"He sent out His word and healed them, and delivered them from their destruction" </i></span></div><div style="text-align: right;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>⎯ </i>Psalm 107:20</span></div><div style="text-align: right;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">During this month, in between regular postings, I'll be incorporating some profiles of my favorite women in honor of <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Women's_History_Month">Women's History Month</a>! First up, is Adele. My obsession with her is borderline psychotic. I LOVE her to pieces and you can't tell me that in a past life we weren't best friends. Her music is smooth, rich and relatable. Besides all of her success, she remains a humble, beautiful person that you can't help but to love. </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">She recently visited Chelsea Lately to discuss her sophomore release, 21. The album is AMAZING and so is she. If you haven't already, pick it up! You won't be sorry.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">Check out the interview below :-) </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">First up, the incredible Maya Angelou and her definition of a HATER. I despise the term, but I feel her on this. Truer words have never been spoken: </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">Milk + Honey, a web series produced by <a href="http://brownpaperdolls.com/">Brown Paper Dolls</a> and the delectable <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Idris_Elba">Idris Elba</a>, is the story of four women in LA and their spiritual, professional and romantic quests to find their dreams.</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">The trailer definitely caught my attention and left me wanting more -- especially the snippet that featured Lance Gross and Asha Kamali May (starting @ 2:12) romancing *swoon*. The fact that the melody to Michael Jackson's 'I Can't Help It' was playing in the background is just ... everything. I may or may not have replayed that part more than a few times.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">I'm dying to see more, especially since GOOD African American shows are experiencing a major drought. </span><br />
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</span>birthday à la modehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01714182144745666337noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-76034009863020878.post-47495754266923888182011-02-01T14:50:00.000-08:002011-02-01T23:00:00.220-08:0030 Reasons to Be Grateful<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">Guess whose bizack?! It's ME!</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">I took a little hiatus. Hello everyone! SO much has happened to me in the past 5 months since my last blog post. There have been highs and there have been lows, but I think I'm more resilient now than I ever have been.</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">Last Friday, I celebrated my 30th birthday. I thought with this milestone the resurgence of my blog would be a good idea. I considered shutting it down and even starting a fresh one. But, decided it was a better idea to just pick up where I left off and see where we go from here --- just like we do with life.</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">I have lots to share, including pictures from my birthday celebration. That will come in a later post. For now, let's just get reacquainted. I have 30 reasons to be grateful. Those 30 reasons are 30 years of life. What a blessing! So to celebrate that (which is what this blog is all about), let's come back with something fun: </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">2. I get sick and nauseous whenever I read in a moving car. But, I do it anyway.</span><br />
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</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">4. I have a wild imagination. I create fantasies in my head.</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">5. I cry. A lot.</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">6. I am horrible with directions. Thank God for GPS.</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">7. I love writing out "To-Do Lists". I'll add completed tasks just so I can put a red 'X' next to it.</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">8. I am lactose-intolerant, but still eat dairy. I love cheese and ice cream, but unfortunately they don't love me. </span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">9. I love board games. Game nights never get old to me. </span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">10. I used to be more of a people person, until I started working in the city (Manhattan). I'm getting better though.</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">11. I am obsessed with chubby cheeks. I can't help but to pinch, bite or kiss a pair whenever I see some.</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">12. When I was younger, I dreamed of owning a porcelain tea set when I got older. I am still in search of the perfect one. </span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">13. I rock myself to sleep. </span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">14. I have an affinity for all things vintage. Clothes, hairstyles, photographs, celebrities ... the list goes on. If it looks old and worn, chances are it’s a cache that I need in my life. </span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">15. I love wearing my husband's t-shirts @ home. It makes me feel safe and protected.</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">16. My little sister brings the greatest joy to my life. I want her to be bigger and better than me. </span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">17. I am a worrier. I worry about <s>most things</s> EVERYTHING.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;"> </span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">18. I still send handwritten letters and cards. I believe it's a lost art. </span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">19. I miss summers in Canada with my cousin. They're one of my fondest memories and she is one of my best friends. We're like sisters.</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">20. I LOVE birthdays whether it's mine or someone else's. This includes the whole she-bang -- cakes, candles, sprinkles, confetti and balloons. </span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">21. My husband proposed to me when I looked my WORST (seriously). For that (on top of many things) I will love him forever. </span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">22. I've always wanted freckles. There's something magical about them. </span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">23. As much as they can irk me, my family means the world to me. They keep me sane and I'm so grateful that we're a huge lot that's also close-knit. </span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">24. I sing in the shower and sometimes talk in my sleep. </span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">25. I am an avid movie watcher. Especially old ones. Watching them sometimes feels like an escape.</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">26. I love trying new recipes and cooking. I can spend all day in the kitchen. </span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">27. I'm addicted to shoes. They are my weakness.</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">28. I recently went natural. I'm almost at month 4th. I always said by 30 I would go back to my natural hair, and I did! One of my proudest moments.</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">29. I HATE talking or writing about myself. Pretty ironic since I'm listing facts about me. </span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">30. Christmastime used to be my favorite time of the year. But, due to recent events, that's changed. I don't think it will ever be the same for me. I pray everyday for an amazing 2011 and the hope that that will someday change.</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;"><br />
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</span>birthday à la modehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01714182144745666337noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-76034009863020878.post-57147207499025333042010-09-03T14:57:00.000-07:002010-09-03T18:30:59.260-07:00Friday Fab: Kate Hudson for Harper's Bazaar<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">I'm not particularly a huge fan of Kate Hudson. But since I haven't done a Friday Fab post in awhile, I decided to dig up one of my FAVORITE photo shoots, where she was featured. </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">Photographed by the incomparable <a href="http://www.peterlindbergh.com/">Peter Lindbergh</a> for <a href="http://www.harpersbazaar.com/">Harper's Bazaar's</a> January 2010 issue, Kate looks impeccable. The photography is inspiring and the styling, out of this world. There isn't anything that I don't adore about this spread. I hope to one day have my photography skills up on THIS level. Amazing. </span><br />
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</span>birthday à la modehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01714182144745666337noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-76034009863020878.post-61312116166620414402010-08-29T06:06:00.000-07:002010-08-29T06:08:14.366-07:00Happy Birthday: Michael Jackson<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">No complicated words. No long drawn out tribute. Just a simple message saying: </span><br />
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</span>birthday à la modehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01714182144745666337noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-76034009863020878.post-55596981125763081762010-08-28T19:46:00.000-07:002010-08-28T19:56:12.588-07:00Picture Perfect: Aleesia<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">I met Aleesia through a mutual friend and we instantly hit it off. She's a hot mama! You know the mom-to-be that most of us women who never carried a child gawk at. Unable to tear our eyes away, and secretly wishing to look like her when it's our turn. From behind, you can't even tell that she's preggo because she's all belly. </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">When the opportunity came for me to shoot my first maternity session, I was nervous, but excited. I need all the practice I can get, so I immediately said YES! </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">Aleesia was amazing. Due in just 2-weeks time, with baby #3 (yes, she has 2 kiddies already!) she rolled into the park with props and the best attitude. She was willing to jump through leaps and bounds without complaining once. I think I whined more than she did, which is super embarrassing to say. She is definitely an inspiration.</span><br />
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</div>birthday à la modehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01714182144745666337noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-76034009863020878.post-88175622822281181472010-08-19T21:51:00.000-07:002010-08-19T21:53:54.418-07:00Winner, Winner!<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">Happy Friday!!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">I know today is the day many of my readers have been waiting for :) Today, I announce the winner of the $50 <a href="http://sephora.com/">Sephora</a> gift card. Without further ado ... </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">I've always been in love with taking pictures. It's something that has excited me since I was a young girl. I never thought I was a GREAT photographer, but, I just knew I enjoyed it. </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">My husband has been encouraging me to keep at it so I can get better and maybe even start a portfolio. I decided, that's not a bad idea at all. I knew there was a reason I kept him around :).</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: "Century Gothic", Helvetica, sans-serif;">Today is a cause for celebration. Why? Because, it's my blog's birthday! *throws confetti*</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: "Century Gothic", Helvetica, sans-serif;">It seems like it was just yesterday when I wrote up my first post. Now, 103 entries later, here I am :)</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: "Century Gothic", Helvetica, sans-serif;">I first started this blog as a way to keep a positive attitude about all things big and small. Exotic and plain. Creative and exciting.</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: "Century Gothic", Helvetica, sans-serif;">My thought process was, if I focused all my energies on things that I love, it would make my life so much brighter. Everyone should focus on the things that make them happy and live everyday like it's their birthday. That's the mantra I try to live by ⎯hence, BALM (Birthday á la Mode) was born! </span></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: "Century Gothic", Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: "Century Gothic", Helvetica, sans-serif;">I'll admit that I never thought anyone would be remotely interested in what I had to say, but, I'm happy to see that my readers enjoy what I write and actually interact and send me emails. For that, I would like to say THANK YOU!</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: "Century Gothic", Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: "Century Gothic", Helvetica, sans-serif;">Keeping up with good spirits and positive energy, I would like to show my appreciation to all you lovely readers out there. I am hosting my first BALM giveaway! The lovely prize is a $50 gift certificate to one of my favorite (cause that's what it's about) stores: <a href="http://sephora.com/">Sephora</a>. To enter to win, you all need to do just <b>TWO</b> things: </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: "Century Gothic", Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: "Century Gothic", Helvetica, sans-serif;">1. <b>FOLLOW</b> (if you're not already) the blog. You can do that by clicking the "follow" button on the right hand side of the homepage. You may have to scroll down a bit to find it.</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: "Century Gothic", Helvetica, sans-serif;">2. <b><a href="https://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?formkey=dDU1SWlMYVppeGhDNmhDeXk0UEwxWHc6MQ">FILL OUT THIS FORM</a></b>. It's quick (7 easy questions), painless and pretty self-explanatory. Just in case though, instructions can be found at the top of the page. </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: "Century Gothic", Helvetica, sans-serif;">Giveaway entry ends one week from today. I will select (at random) and announce the winner on Fri, 8/19!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: "Century Gothic", Helvetica, sans-serif;">That's it! So, to everyone GOOD LUCK and THANK YOU again! Can't wait to see what the next year holds :)</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: "Century Gothic", Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: "Century Gothic", Helvetica, sans-serif;">Celebrate the future!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">My two girlfriends and I road-tripped it down to Virgina Beach, VA for a change of scenery and a little fun in the sun. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">My friend's brother lives and goes to college down there, so he and his friends took us in and let us elders (they kept calling us old, lol) hang.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">This was my first time in VA, so I didn't know what to expect. I will admit, I was a bit skeptical because I thought it would be, well ⎯ country. But, we had big fun and did so much in the short time we were there. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">I definitely plan to go back to stay a little longer next time.</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">The beach was kind of packed for a Thursday afternoon.</span></td></tr>
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<tr style="font-family: Century Gothic,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> Danny aka WavyD. Future fashion stylist. Guy after my own heart.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">Peek-a-boo. It's Nikki!</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">Lunch with the girls. We literally murdered everything on our plate. That food didn't stand a chance.</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">Strike a pose? Sure. Nowadays, I'm barely the one in front of the camera.</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">Made some time to visit my grandmother-in-law and deliver some goodies to her. She was so excited to see me, meet my girlfriends and tell us some stories :)</span></td></tr>
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</span>birthday à la modehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01714182144745666337noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-76034009863020878.post-86929999599955058242010-08-01T13:06:00.000-07:002010-08-01T13:08:04.383-07:00Mood Music: All I Want Is You<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">It's a quiet Sunday afternoon, and I have a rum cake baking in the oven. In just a few hours, my husband and I will be heading over to my parent's house for dinner with the family.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">In the meantime, I'm updating my iPod which I try and do daily. I'm a music lover, so I'm always scouring the internet for new music whether it's mainstream or underground. Right now, I am so feeling <a href="http://www.myspace.com/miguel">Miguel Jonte</a>l. A fresh and new R&B crooner who I believe is the future of R&B. I heard a few samples of his work, but <i>All I Want Is You</i> is on heavy rotation for me this summer. It doesn't hurt that he paired up with RocNation's very own <a href="http://www.jcolemusic.com/">J. Cole</a> on this hit. J.Cole is another artist who I know will be going places. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', Helvetica, sans-serif;">The smoothness on this track is taking me somewhere. Perfect for a laid back, rainy day like this one:</span><br />
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Lola is a mini-fashionista blogging her way through the launch of her (and her mother's) new line <a href="http://materialgirlcollection.com/">Material Girl</a>, premiering August 3rd. She writes about music, vintage trends and "teenage stuff".</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Century Gothic,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;">I think it's absolutely brilliant that she is following in her mother's footsteps and capitalizing on the name that essentially made Madonna famous. Nothing wrong with passing the baton and keeping it all in the family.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Century Gothic,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;">I saw some <a href="http://www.refinery29.com/madonnas-material-girl-collection-for-macys-isnt-as-bad-as-we-thought-itd-be.php">previews</a> of the collection. It has sort of an 80's vibe with a 2010 flow. I think it will be fantastic and can't wait till the arrival. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Century Gothic,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;">Despite the target demographic, I may have to purchase a few pieces for myself! ;-)</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Century Gothic',Helvetica,sans-serif;">Today, I wish for cropped tops that lend flattering silhouettes and provide cool comfort for long summer days that turn into smoking hot nights: </span><br />
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