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I have a new love in my life!

February 22, 2012 by Alisha Leave a Comment

I am in LOVE! Ok… you know how people say something works well and you watch the infomercials and you think, “That stuff is just for show and won’t work like that in real life!” Well bareMinerals has proved me wrong. My skin is glowing and looks flawless. I picked up the starter kit at Ulta and couldn’t be more pleased with my results. My hubby even said my skinned looked nice and I looked like a chocolate kiss…LOL

It’s so much fun experimenting with makeup but I really wish I could get eye makeup to look like it does when I hit the MAC counter. I’ve watched countless videos on YouTube and I always strike out. Can somebody please come and help a sista out?!?! haha

What is your favorite kind of makeup? What tips do you have to get that runway look for your eye makeup? Please feel free to share!

Preparing myself for Spring!

February 17, 2012 by Alisha 2 Comments

Spring is such a great time of year. Flowers begin to bloom, the days get longer, and my allergies go into rare form! LOL

Last November I wrote about doing my Big Chop. After 3 months of growing out my TWA I decided to get my first trim. That was mistake #1. I made an appointment to have it done at the Paul Mitchell School since they do the most O’mazing scalp massages. That was mistake #2. My oldest daughter also needed a trim and deep conditioning and thought what better way to spend the afternoon. That was mistake #3. To make a long story short, let’s just say my almost 3 inches of kinky, coily hair was reduced back to about 1/2 inch. But in the spirit of being a good mother and not going all Sh’Qwan (my alter ego) on the student, I embraced my cut and hummed to myself, “I am not my hair…”

So here we are a month shy of Spring. I’m ready to begin my hair journey again and this time around I have the pleasure of sharing my story with THE KINK. I am so excited and honored to help others in this area of their life. It’s pretty amazing how something as simple as hair can have such an impact on one’s life. Since parting ways with the “creamy crack” I’ve also been looking at other ways in my life to be healthier and a better role model for my girls.

One of my biggest influences right now on living a more holistic lifestyle is Dominique of ALL THINGS O’NATURAL. She is such a positive person and has a no-nonsense approach to her business. I was so happy when I came across her fan page on facebook. In the beginning of my journey I was at a loss for what to do with my TWA. Dom makes some awesome products and her customer service is top notch. Please be sure to check out her website for all the yummy smelling items that she whips up herself. —–> ATON products.

Well last but least…my allergies! Please pray for a sistah because Mother Nature is playing a cruel trick on my nose. I’m sneezing like it’s just straight up Spring time outside. And let’s not even mention that it’s mid-February and 60 one day then 35+ the next. O_o

Take care and remember life is too short to not enjoy the little things!
Laugh, Love & Enjoy Life!
Alisha

December 16, 2011 by Alisha 2 Comments

Pinterest! One of my new favorite addictions! I could spend all day (and sometimes do) checking out pins of DIY projects, recipes, funny pictures, health and fitness… the list goes on.

Now the bad thing is that I have no craft skills at all! Below is my inspiration photo and next is the EPIC FAIL project that I made. Maybe I should just stick to “pinning” stuff and admiring from afar… LOL

My Big Chop!

December 15, 2011 by Alisha 4 Comments

I finally did it! Took my braids out last month and got my hair cut and colored on 11-9-11! I feel like a new woman! I feel so empowered now and who knew how a “relaxer” could make one so stressed! One of the big reasons I wanted to go natural was to help my 9 year old learn to love her own hair. Our society for some strange reason sees more beauty in the artificial and not what makes each of us unique.

I would also love to share my tips on caring for your hair. Everything does not always work for everyone and their hair type, but there are a few staple things to work for us all. The big one is making sure that you are also taking care of you inside and out. Exercise, eat right and be kind to others. I try to always live my life like this and truly believe that Kharma can be a “B” if you do her wrong! LOL

“Always smile because life is too short to go around pouting!” – Alisha