Citron Stripes

Hey Loves! The cooler weather was here for a minute and now we are having a heatwave. I was enjoying the cooler weather because   I am ready to wear some cute winter attire. I am not one of those people that dresses like I am going to a funeral just because it's fall.

I love bold colors and incorporate those into my winter looks. The outfit I am wearing is a nice blend of colors, and layers.  I have always loved stripes and often incorporate them into many of my outfits and in this outfit, I simply tied my long sleeved striped shirt over my shoulders for a carefree look . 

This vibrant citron shirt looks yellow depending on

 how the sun hits it. Do you like to wear bright colors even when it's not spring or summer? I think they look great paired with neutrals

The color citron is like a big burst of sunshine:-)

Have an amazing day!

No Sleep

Life is a series of moments and if you don't stop to appreciate and savor them, they are gone forever. Some of us are sleep walking through life, but we need to be alert and treat each day as a gift from God. 

White blazer: New York and Company, Nude T-Shirt: Macys, Jeans: Gap, Purse: Roberta M, Shoes: Jessica Simpson, Jewelry: Fashion District

Stay awake

Walk into some new dreams and goals,while you 
redefine the old ones

Take life as it comes...one day at a time

Shine like the jewelry you are wearing

Look ahead, not behind you because you are not going that way. Your purpose is in front of you.

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Have an amazing day!

Creme de Menthe

 Hey Loves! I hope you have had a great weekend. I haven't posted in a while, but it was necessary to step away. It has been a great time of rest for me. Mentally and Physically. I am a single mom, so downtime is not something I have a lot of, but I felt the need to take some extended time away from social media.  It was refreshing and a great digital detox because sometimes all of that can be just too much.

I am beginning to explore some of the activities I had been to busy to do before and rediscovering some things I have always been passionate about. The ensemble I am wearing is a monochromatic palette of taupe with a nice sprinkle of color from my mint green shoes. This outfit kind of makes me think of those Andes creme de menthe bars:-)

Top: Nordstrom, Sloan Slacks: Banana Republic, Bag: Coach, Shoes: (old)

I love mixing different shades of the same color

Most people associate me with lots of bold vibrant color, but I am a huge fan of neutral colors too because they are so versatile and look good with everything.

This look is very streamlined, so I thought this gold cuff and a statement ring were a great accent without taking away from the outfit

Do you like neutral colors and monochromatic looks?

Have an amazing day!

Blush

Blush is such a soft subtle color. I have paired this light feminine dress with the modern edge of a motorcycle jacket and booties. Perfect for those breezy spring days when you need something light to wear over your dress.

The shade of this dress is a cross between nude and blush

Motorcycle jacket: Private Boutique, Dress: H&M, Bag: Fashion District, Booties: Diba

5'10 and all legs

Have an amazing day!

The Substance of Faith

Hey Loves! Its been a hectic week so far. I hope you enjoyed the Kale Taco recipe from last week. It has been such a busy time and so many great and unexpected opportunities have been presenting themselves to me. It made me ponder the concept of being prepared when an opportunity comes. I have come to the realization that the best protocol is not to get ready, but to STAY READY.

 You never know when all the seeds you planted will begin to grow. Sometimes a seed can lie dormant for a very long time and then there is a SUDDENLY moment. 

Speaking of things lying dormant, many of you follow me on my other social media platforms and were following my Food Fashion and Flow Facebook page and then I became so focused on my other social media platforms that I neglected the page and before I knew it three years had gone by without one single Facebook page update and then I decided this year to start posting on the page again. When I went there to update, I was astounded at the number of messages from people hungry to see content on the page. Please take a moment to like my page here and then you will be able to see inspirational content every day. 

When you plant a seed, you have to water it and make sure it gets some sunlight and then you trust and believe that what you are watering will grow even though you can't see what is happening under the soil. That's what faith looks like. It is trusting what you can't see.

The word of God says: "Now Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen" - Hebrews 11:1

When life doesn't make sense. Look up and rejoice because the answers come from above. In life sometimes our faith is all we have and we have to hold onto it even if those around you don't understand.

The weather recently has been chilly, but it gives me an excuse to wear my fur jacket. I am wearing a palette neutral colors and neutral colors always look perfect.

Fur Jacket: F-21, Purse: Ivanka Trump, Dress, F-21, Boots: Diba

Unkempt messy hair and don't care. Life gets messy too, but even through messy people and circumstances. Keep the faith

Always remember that a faith walk is never easy

Keep smiling through it all and have a great day!

Passion = Purpose

Hey loves! I hope you have been having a great week. Mine has been busy and productive. I am about to embark on a challenge that makes me a little uncomfortable, but GOD usually leads us to do things that are beyond are comfort zone. When you are pursuing your purpose remember to go out on a limb because that's where the ripe fruit is. I will share with you my experience of getting out of the boat and walking on water in the next post. Stay tuned:-)

Your purpose in life is often directly connected to your passion. Purpose is something we should walk in, but what usually happens is we let people talk us out of our dreams and settle for the path of least resistance because other people can't see the vision. Or we shortchange ourselves by staying where we are comfortable. Always remember that everything great in this world started with a vision and your gifts will make room for you.

Tan Tunic: Forever 21, Necklae: Beyond Envy, Bracelet: LA Fashion District, Leggings: Macys

 Purse: Kate Spade, Photography: Stacey Gutierrez

This is the smile of a woman walking in her purpose and being joyful despite the hurtful actions of others.

To everything there is a season, and a time for every matter or purpose under heaven: Ecclesiastes 3:1

 

Your purpose is calling

 

Step to it

 

Smile and embrace it

 

 Own it

 

I see you

 

Look through a lens of positivity. Go and get everything that is in your vision. Go get it!