Moo R Rated with guest Lambchop McGee

DIY Hair Routine (+playlist)

Dec. Ipsy Glam Bag

Moo Session Explicit w/ Special Guest Lambchop McGhee (+playlist)

Hello Universe

I sit, lay down then return to sitting position with a new outlook in the realm of 9 to 5, Monday through Friday.  For the past year I have been applying & interviewing when available for promotions.  There was one interview which was a lateral move.  I quickly deleted all lateral move transfers because it wasn't for advancement but for an office change.  So understand, that I was chosen for a new position which is a promotion equaling more money.   Now it isn't an extravagant amount but more money indeed which is still awesome.

So during my down time (weekends) I still get to create & upload on YouTube and knit new projects which is very important.  Oh yes, no overtime, which is fine which allows me to be human and not overworked.  What comes to mind about change is change within myself that is very important because I am not getting any younger.  Budgeting has come to mind, thoughtfulness in not fully ignoring my twenty year old who has not respect for adults.  The sad thing is I raised her as best as I could and taught her manners.  However, in the processing of her teenage years, she chose to become an independent follower of others.  I know, I know... It sounds ridiculous, but she fails to realize, I am not happy with her behavior and until she understands, my doors are closed.  Her requests are sounding more like Wah,Wah, WAH.  I guess she hears the same from me, but I am tired of her excuses and lack of consideration.  Do I dare admit, that I, Bella Jae, enjoyed my 7 nights of peace without her.  Oh me, Oh my, what is one to do?   I sometimes forget that I have a child, but then that comes with the territory of annoyance from your own offspring.

Goals that I have set for myself especially for the new job is cooking three - four times a week as to avoid wasting money.  Instead I will be saving money so that I can truly save for a rainy day.  Being that I am doing videos for my YouTube channel and I am a Makeup Artist in the making [spare time].  I've got five official models that have been seen & photographed.  All by fluke when you think about it because originally, my normal model who wanted me to go with her, decided she wasn't attending.  I would say good for her that she left the doors open for me.  The event in question required you to have an open mind and you must be comfortable with your body as well.  I never met nor heard of this event in question until that day.  The venue www.NYCArtsCypher.com. The NYCArtsCypher is on Facebook as well.  Plus there is an upcoming Holiday Party December 28-yippy.  Photographer in question that I remember is https://www.facebook.com/rhphotopro ~_~ everyone, I mean all the photographers were amazing.  Anyway, I must go.  Time to finish editing my second video.  Toodles everyone.  Happy Holidays!

False Eyelash Removal

Video Issues

Hello everyone.  I am having technical difficulties with my current video.  O.M.G. it is clear that I need a new computer, specifically from Apple.  But wait, I also need iMovie and Final Cut programs.  I am so serious with all that I am experiencing.  Please, Oh Please, why I am faced with these challenges all of a sudden?

Well I will tell you why.  It is because I am enjoying this extra-curricular activity and because I have posted over 70 videos, I need a more powerful tool and this also includes proper lighting.  I figure the investment I make will definitely keep me busy and off limits unless it is a makeup event, networking event, and putting myself out there with my new creative looks.  I figured if I attend any parties, I might as well make a statement.   But of course this has no bearing on my knitting circle and as I can show the world how yours truly knits and crochets. 

  Who wouldn't want to see me knit, and see some of my "How To" in the crafting world?  Or the expression of how certain yarns put a big super duper smile on my face?  Ahh, Merino Wool!

I've got my eyes on y'all ~ The  YouTube Guru's who are truly a Master of the Craft when it comes to putting a face together and the creative aspect as well.  WOW.  I love emphasizing my eyes and brows too.  And Falsies, whoa, what can I tell you.  I love false lashes.



How do you like this before & after look? I love it and there are some who are in awe of this picture.  Psst.  Me too



Well thank you ladies & gentlemen for watching my videos and reading my blog. 

Vlog #1 (Who me -Yes it is) (+playlist)

Rhinebeck part 2 for knitters, crocheters, & weavers oh my!

Rhinebeck Sheep & Wool Festival NY Part 1

My day & night

I never expected my life to make such a change in a matter of a year. Oh yes, it started with my comrade from work Mrs. Sparks.  It was all her fault for introducing me to some interesting people like Nitraa B and her False Eyelash Tutorial and DivaSlimsDown both from YouTube.  Okay, then on Thanksgiving day 2012, I wore my first pair of falsies. What else occurred was during this time one makeup artist finally broke through my wall and a light bulb was turned on bright.  That person was Goss the Makeup Artist from YouTube [one word] and his web page is www.gossmakeupartist.com. 

Let me explain that first you must follow and learn so that you can lead and teach.  For some it sounds weird but honestly I am following and learning from other gurus.  First understand that my life is forever changed and the compliments I receive are amazing.  So below are some pics for you to see the transition. 

 There is no turning back now.  I love the look and so appreciate that I have a choice in how I look.  that beauty mark on the side of my nose is the real thing not painted on either. 

Amazing the art of makeup.  If I didn't know me I wouldn't have recognized myself.  Life with a different outlook is wonderful.  Psst, my friend said that some people bloom late in life and I fit that example very well.   

My requests so far was a Eyebrow Tutorial, a Foundation Routine and now a complete Makeup Tutorial.  I am so excited also because I am someones personal MUA ~ MakeUp Artist.

Oh yeah my portfolio is building.  Thanks everyone for stopping by.  Don't forget to tune into my channel on YouTube:

http://www.YouTube.com/Sweejae35

An update & my weekend activities

Well this weekend was to be filled with events and a party.  Well I did attend one event and that was Terminal 5 to see @RobinThicke.  Oh Sugar Honey & Sweet Tea it was beautiful once he sang.  However prior to that, to wait on a line for over 3 hours for tickets that my friend won was beyond crazy.  Insane perhaps, who knows; but now I have an idea what the fans go through when they win free tickets to an event like this for the #VMA's.  This event was being taped for the VMA's as well.  In the process of waiting on line, I met some great people like @krystel84, @delilahtruth  & @yungtruth {instagram}  Great people and @yungtruth is the CEO of Sour Grapes clothing line.  My friend @MzHeroGirl {twitter} has patience but doesn't play when it comes to waiting on line. 

So beyond this I was on edge, cranky, agitated, and my a visitor arrived... Yes I said it.. It started at work and really showed its ugly face during the concert.  WTH.   So what could I do except cancel out on Saturdays events all because #MotherNature came crashing down on my parade.  What is a girl to do?  Well let's just say over kill on YouTube videos. Due to my busy schedule at work, this weekend is the My Faves Giveaway on my channel, and I will be upstate enjoy a Ladies Only Sleepover Fondue party.  Oh yeah.  I am so looking forward to announcing the winner this Sunday. 
So here is what I was up to this weekend:

Ridding myself of grays with Revlon's ColorSilk in Deep Red #148.  Yes I did a tutorial on how I color my hair.  Well not really a tutorial but how I do my hair.  Okay fine, it was a semi tutorial. 

 Who doesn't love playing with makeup, then chit chatting...
Ooh, I do! I had fun, it kept me busy & as always I love entertaining.










So I had to remove my makeup with @PondsColdCream in order to test out the Olay Effects cleanser which was complimentary from +Influenster 
with my #ParadiseVoxBox.  So I put on the cold cream and wiped the makeup away with a washcloth.

Then I waited for my camera battery to charge, so an hour or so later, my
daughter and I started to film myself testing out the Olay Fresh Effects Cleanser.
I enjoyed the experience and the feeling of my face afterwards and as I type this blog.

So here it is.  #NoFilter #ShineGoAway.  Yes it did go away.  Because I don't feel oily in my T-Zone.  Oh yeah.  I will continue to use this product on and off to give my skin a chance and because I don't wear makeup all the time.  This worked well with me today because I was utilizing makeup.  I will keep everyone posted.

Check out my channel on YouTube  http://www.YouTube.com/Sweejae35

What is a day

Today is Father's Day.  And though I want to thankful and happy, the fact is that there are so many dead beat dads out there who really truly don't understand or care to understand what being a father is all about. Wait, then they want to get upset and vicious when another man steps in and takes on the role and does the job and better.  I, on the other do not give my blessing to those who stepped in and harmed the children that are not of his own or of his own.  How can I?  How can we? 

I am a single mother.  Was it by choice?  See the man I fell in love with, the man I wanted to spend my life with back in 1992, decided when I was two months pregnant 1993, that whether or not I chose to continue with the pregnancy, he would not be with me.  I was left with a decision that I was not ready for.  How many appointments did I make to terminate and it was the last appointment, when upon laying table and the doctor sprayed my inner thighs and vaginal area with an antiseptic liquid that my entire body lifted 2 inches off the table.  I loudly said stop, I can't go through this.  That day,. I walked out of the office pregnant and alone with my love.  He broke my heart and left us. 

Here I am 20 yrs later after the breakup, strong, independent, and wondering what it's like to be in a loving family.  Far too late to wonder.  I only ask, rather inform my suitors that if you wish to step me ~ What do you bring to the table of which I have managed to maintain by myself.  No, I do not wish for you to rewrite the past, but I do ask that you understand the meaning self sufficiency, responsibility and that although money is the root to all evil, without it we cannot survive. 

I wish I truly thought about ~~> VENTING

Before anything, I am thankful.  I have to voice it out that if I didn't make the choice to have my daughter instead of having another abortion ~ I don't know where my life would be.  Yes, I said it, I had abortions, because back in the 80's early 90's ~it's what women did because they didn't want to bring in a child into this world for what ever reason, and I am one not to judge.  For me I was too young, immature, and mentally unstable because of a traumatizing childhood.  I surprise myself because anybody else would have committed suicide, became a hooker, drug addict, or incarcerated or even in the psychiatric ward.  I am clearly stating and voicing what others have held bottled up inside. 

So I love my daughter, I do, But, I feel that sometimes I should've really thought about things.  See I loved her father, he was my first true love at 21.  He was the one I wanted to marry and even my wedding rings ~ I designed.  They are vividly drawn in my head, imbedded there forever because he will always be the one who broke my heart and left me when I was two months pregnant.  I was hurt, I cried so much.  I made an appointment at the clinic to abort my pregnancy and as I lay on the table, and they sprayed my inner thighs and vaginal area with that medicated brown disinfectant soap, my entire body lifted up on the table about two inches like someone was levitating me.  Needless to say, I told them I couldn't do it and walked out the clinic pregnant, homeless, and lost.  I was heart broken, I mean what was I to do. 

I survived and with common sense and not afraid to ask for help, I ended up with my first apartment at 22, returned to college and utilized the system to benefit my needs without fraud.  I was given an advantage that many others fail to utilize till this day.  Being on public assistance is not the end of the road, but you have to take advantage of the opportunity presented so that you can be successful later on down the road.  I am the living proof that all things are possible.  AND, I can add that I didn't receive any child support in the process of it all.  However, my darling daughter whose name translated means Thankful and Grateful is neither of.  Instead, she chooses from time to time, to be rude, spiteful, self absorbed and enjoys attempting to live up the Joneses.  One thing is that she is trying to spend my money to do so.  So, it's official that she is on her own with this.  See I worked at a young age, however this one feels that she is entitled to it all because she is an only child.  Sadly mistaken, because, I believe if you work hard enough and earn your privileges then you shall be rewarded.

I am tired of her pettiness, her lack of love for me.  To keep clear of her, I went back to school and I will be graduating this June 2013.  Now that classes and school is completed, I am attending digital photography classes on Saturdays for 8 sessions.  Then there is my YouTube channel under Sweejae35 that keeps me going.  Plus today, I thought of testing myself to do my makeup simple for work in under 10 minutes.  I'm just saying.  She doesn't understand that Motherhood is not an easy task and it is a continuous job of which you don't get paid for get any recognition.  The recognition you do get is that they stay out of jail, finish school, and become successful people in this crazy world.

What will, I do next ~~~ Well, I am planning to redecorate on a budget and I will keep everyone posted with before and after pictures including getting myself a new computer system.  I am looking into an Apple system.  Oh yes.  With that being, I must go.  I am quite tired and need to rest. 

I send you all my love and if you feel like venting please leave your comments below and I will reply as soon as possible.  We single moms have to stick together. Big Hug to all thank you and a big thank you for letting me vent and share a little something personal about myself. 

A YouTube Universe & More

Hello, I know I have been absent But in all fairness I have been focusing on my Public Speaking Skills.  Oh yeah, I'm on YouTube everyone!  Oh yes.  Follow me all at:

http://www.YouTube.com/Sweejae35

In other news, I only have two Saturdays left and then school will be completed.  The only thing left is the Gala, Graduation and the President/Deans List Dinner.  A-W-E-S-O-M-E!  I have to thank all my friends for being patient with me and Sharon V & The Soundview Stitchers for going strong.  I miss you ladies so, so much.  Yesterday at work instead of doing work I was reading a knitting magazine and YES, I did say a knitting magazine.  But WAIT.... I also was reading the Stitchionary in the rear of the magazine including the visual pictures displaying how the stitch is achieved like a M1 (make 1) in the back loop which is an increase. Yep, R.I.F. ~ Reading Is Fundamental. 

In the home front, my genius of a daughter decided to jail brake her iphone which is not even six months old and is now nothing but garbage.  Let me explain, my child who will be 20 yrs this summer, from what I've observed, loves to live up to the Joneses.  I mean, she is worried about how the world views her and world I mean her friends and those who are not.  I love fashion too, I love materials too BUT, I love it on the clearance rack any day.  I could care less if it's not in season or not in the fashion mags.  Life must go on and as long as the clothing fits well, and that I don't look retarded.  For the past four months, I have invested in my outer appearance, now I will work on my clothing; one piece at a time... Including  my very own knitted pieces.  See, this Fall & Winter, I need to sport signature pieces ASAP, and since I love reading the patterns that means I shouldn't look too foolish.  

So stay tuned ladies because I will do a few video uploads about my stash, tools, and incomplete projects left on needles as well as some finished pieces.  So please everyone: Subscribe, Like, & Comment and vote for my videos at http://www.YouTube.com/Sweejae35 ~_~

Have a great day & weekend!

What to do ~ O ~ What to do ~_^

I awaken to the sunlight and a new day.  Then, oh then, is a new day offered.  What to do on this new day?  Well, I've made a cup of coffee and had 4 slices of toast.  Buttered and a little jelly of course.  I realize that we have choices. So yesterday I chose to watch movies, lay around and play Ruzzle via my cell.  Ruzzle is like a cross between Boggle & Scrabble. Very addicting. Whew...

I am guilty, guilty of leaving my projects alone in my bag ~>


Oh me , Oh my.  This started as a scarf and then I decided to transform it into a cape. But this has been in the making since The evening that Hurricane Sandy touched down and I must admit that I could've been finished with this, but, I dwindled on, letting my project sit and whisper to me..  Work on me, Work on me.

<~~~  This is how it looks open.  I think it will be a beauty and it feels great.  I will not continue to divulge the other sources, rather where are my other WIP projects hiding about my living room.  LOL 

Laughter is good for the soul as is Knitting/Crocheting and Crafting in general.  Why who doesn't love yarn, the softest of the soft? Well those who don't know. Who have not been mesmerized my merino's or cashmere/merino blend, silk and alpaca.  Seriously, I, a knitter for 7 years, I must say that I am sort of a yarn snob.  Not quite fully snobbish but I am I simply love caressing the luxurious yarns who sends quivers through the fingers ~ stimulating the brains thoughts and ideas and patterns that scream of our attention.  Oh yeah.



Now on to life.  I tried the Vitamin E sink-in moisture mask last night.  It requires 10 minutes of relaxation.  After all that is said and done your face is left soft.

Although, I must admit that being forced to sit still was pushy.  I was playing Ruzzle while laying in bed and letting my face absorb this stuff.  My eyebrows and chin need immediate attention from my tweezers.  When I think of my past and the use of makeup, there really isn't much to talk about.

I wore lipstick at times but not for long.  Eyeliner was alright but scarcely used. Mascara, hmm, nope not until the past 10 years have I truly utilized this.  With my skin care routine, there barely was any.  Not unless I was having a breakout and need some stuff to correct the problem, but otherwise, it wasn't until Shakira [my daughter] crept into her preteens that I needed some products to handle her acne.  Prior to that I used alcohol to clean my pores.  Astringent was, scarcely used, but now since Thanksgiving, my purchases have increased.   My makeup purchases have increased.  I know names, products, companies, and the usage of these products.  Yes, I am a late bloomer, although it is never too late in life. 

<~~~ This is Thanksgiving Day 2012 the start of a new me.

Now to the right ~~~> this picture recently was taken on February 5, 2013. 

Lashes are longer, eyeliner more defined, and different products to a slight degree. But, there is a difference because I am using bronzer and blush. 

Blah, Blah, Blah.  Oh well, I am still perfecting my techniques and the time spent doing my face.  Psst.... I love the way I look when I put on my face and the eyes I catch looking. 

So I have been rambling on.  I will return to my movie Can~Can starring Frank Sinatra & Shirley MacLaine.  This is the first time I'm watching this and I love it. Now, I will also pick up my WIP and continue to work on it.

Well enjoy your day and the Sunshine.  I hear that Monday it is suppose to be raining.  Not cool at all.




                                                            

You live and learn & hoepfully...

Hi everybody.  This week has been a trying week for me.  Mentally, my brain is not at work, nor is it at school ~_~ Which is closed today due to the darn Blizzard of 2013.  From what my daughter said, someone named it Nemo.. Are you for real?  Well it is what it is but my brain is in a creative mode with images of me on a sewing machine, me video taping a session/tutorial, and even an at home talk show. Which also by the way I need guests.  I've already got one and topics too.  Be prepared because you'll being saying TMI ~~> which for me isn't ~_^.

So at this moment... You Live and Learn and hopefully remember the affects of what you live and learn about.  LMAO  I couldn't help that one and nor was it planned.

So I awaken this morning with puffy achy fingers.  Aye dios.  The last thing I ate was Chinese food.  Yes, I said, it Chinese food and it was delicious.  I ate an order of fried chewy chicken gizzards with a little house special friend rice and some boneless spareribs.  Arrgh, regardless that there menu states no MSG, negative because my hands are achy. That is not including that I woke up Thursday with puffy achy hands because the night before I had some slices of Boars Head deli ham with Swiss cheese and I enjoy cold cuts.  But, it doesn't take a rocket scientist to know that I haven't eaten these two groups of food for a while and they are the culprits of my current avoidable state which didn't ring the alarm until recently.  So now deli meats is out of the question and now Chinese.  Which brings what someone said to mind.  They have been eating cleaner than normal so around Super Bowl Sunday they made fried foods... You can only imagine what occurred next... Diarrhea!  Yep, listen people.  When you stop eating a certain way and then eat just because... This is what happens.  What to do, What to do.  Live & Learn and try not to repeat it or Else!!!!  [laughing]
Have a great day & weekend and Thanks!

Information on bargain hunting & sampling

 Hi Everyone.  Today is Mischievous Monday! With the glasses I was trying on [Left] I definitely would've had some fun today.  So instead this is part of what I did during my lunch hour. I tried on other sunglasses as well and then sprayed some of my favorite perfume ~_~ Mademoiselle by
Chanel.  Okay today was a challenge because my brain was everywhere else. I wanted to be anywhere but at work ~ this means that change is coming.  My old me was not into makeup, my old me was nowhere near the girly girl you see in the pics within my posts.  I mean, seriously I love the attention.

Okay that's not what this is about, this is about Bargains and Hunting for them, as well as Samples.  Part of bargain hunting is knowing the original price at your normal shopping spots, even those you've never truly shopped at.
 
For myself, I've never stepped into a Kohl's.  I've shopped at Walmart's whenever I plan it, and Target's is whenever opportunity presents itself.  Meaning, if like Walmart ~ it has to be planned.  My normal places to shop is at Rite Aide, Walgreen's, Duane Reade, Lot Less, Local Beauty Supply Stores like at 35 St. 8th Ave, Jack's World on 32 St. between 6th & 7th Ave.  See ladies & gentlemen, bargains can be found as long as you remember that Knowledge is Power.  Which brings me to the next thing....  Ever wanted to purchase a foundation, concealer, facial cleansers/serums/moisturizers, even hair products likewise???  Well that's why there is samples.  Although your local drugstores as listed above don't offer samples ~~ they have policies however and it's up to consumer [you & I] to know these things.  SO, drug stores offer a return policy if you're not satisfied with the color or if you tried the product and it turned out to be the wrong shade.  Ask first before you make your purchases as a caution. 
Now, there are samples.  Places like Sephora, MAC, Carols Daughter ~ offer samples for you to try out.  In the event you like the product then you can return to make the purchase or not.  But I'm here to let you know that Samples can be your best friend.  See, for me who is new to the realm of beauty & makeup, samples are extremely important.  It helps with unnecessary purchases and helps you learn to utilize the product.  If you're unsure how to use concealers, foundations  primers ~ watch YouTube tutorials by BEATFACEHONEY NitraaB, destinygodley and others.  There are many ladies and male makeup artists who share their secrets & how to's.
Today during my lunch hour, besides visiting Macy's, I paid a visit to Sephora.  Love this place.  It's like playing in your mom's makeup and not getting a whipping.  Below is  6 samplers I received. 
1-Murad renewing cleanser cream
2-Purity cleanser and toner
3-Moisture Bound refreshing hydra-gel
4-Urban Decay Eden matte eyeshadow primer
5-Urban Decay Pore Perfecting Primer [re-up]
6-Smashbox BB cream in Light [re-up]

Trust and believe that I will be making my purchases next month.  The samples offered give you at least about 4 uses.  More than enough to know if you're allergic, sensitive and/or not satisfied with the products results.  I hope that the information provided was helpful and feel free to leave comments and questions. 

A new day

Being Sunday here in the Bronx has been a mellow day.  I went out to visit a friend Ms. Tiffini and I had a great visit.  It's fun to just sit & chat up a storm.  We took a walk together and just chilled. In the process of my visit, my other friend that I haven't heard from gave me a ring..  AWESOME!  I'm glad that today turned out to be a great day and I realized that on Sundays, I normally stay home. I enjoyed going out today and I am going to do my best to go out on Sundays.  No need to stay home.  I will keep everyone posted as to my adventures and where I went.

Have a great evening.

Package Arrival & still knitting & loving life

2013 and I'm on a roll

So, Friday was a Purple Day.  I came to work and as you see my pics... There is 1 before and 2 afters.  I must say that I love myself and I had no clue of the type of attention I have been receiving.  I mean ladies, ladies, ladies... I'm not sure if I ever stated my feelings before but I shall reiterate:  I prefer that a man loves me in my natural state and not depend on when I doll myself up.  This look although basic is a challenge because I am new to this. New meaning in the steps and time spent. Okay, so Friday here in NYC started out fine until the afternoon/evening when it was raining.  First, I just wanted to get to work on time and chose to do my face for the retirement party at work while letting someone observe how it is I am doing all this to achieve the end results.
Again I am no Guru in the realm of makeup, Nor do I have years of experience.  I just have been watching tutorials via YouTube which has help me inspire to do something different with myself and who doesn't like to play with makeup? I take after my mom who raised my up until 12 yrs old.  DIY!  She was a jack of all trades.  Teaching me not to depend on anyone even men.  RIP mom, But there are somethings that need to be left to the male species.  Okay so before I get to my package & goodies received, I want to share with you the progress with my Cloche Hat. 

I left the picture this size so that you may see the details I am achieving.  This pattern is easy after working the 8 rows of following said instructions and you need not carry the pattern when traveling via PT ~ Public Transportation.  However, if you're a quick knitter then by all means carry on.  So of course, as I mentioned the yarn being used is Sublime ~_~  cashmere merino silk aran blend.  La, La, la, la, la.  Humming away as I knit this beauty.  I must say this pattern is one color, however I just to be creative and follow the pattern but with 2 colors.  What is your take on this?
So far, I am in heaven.  Knitting, like crocheting and other crafts, is Awesome especially when it calms you, brings you inner peace wherever you are and when you can't wait to knit your favorite piece or create a one of a kind original....  What more do you want besides hitting the lotto single handed?  Well, let me come off my crafters high.

Now on to my package and goodies.  On my new road to a better looking me, I decided to make an online purchase to bhcosmetics.  Oh yes, I did. 

I decided on a Contour & Blush Palette.  I love that it has everything I need and I've seen this on various tutorials too.

To the right [small pic] I also purchased some Makeup Remover Towelettes.  So far, I love it and they remove good but you have to use 1-3 depending on your make up.. I used 3 just to be sure.  



Now here to the left is my big goody.
My Camouflage Concealer!  Cream based to help me with defining my eyebrows and when I'm going extreme with my makeup.  Either way, I'm loving my purchase.  Affordable also!  Anyway, I just felt like sharing with you what I've been up too.



Change isn't always easy, but I've wasted too much time procrastinating ~_~ 2013 is about me ~_~ Life is also too short to worry about what others will think of you and the decisions you make.  What I do is for me, and I've read that you must surround yourself with other people who will love and encourage you and who are a positive energy in your life.  Negativity has no space here.  Much love to you all. 

Encouragement & Happiness & Knitting!!!!

Today was the Christmas Party that had been postponed because of Hurricane Sandy and due to the lack of fundraising,,, those who cared to participate was required to contribute 15 bucks.  I did and it was worth it.  Sorry I don't have a picture of my food or the punch or the rum cake [2 servings that is] covered with whip cream and strawberries.  Delicious.  But I do have a pic of the chocolate cheesecake and some fruit.

Here, would you like to taste a piece?  I forgot how delicious cheese cake is.  However, I prefer Chocolate Mousse cake.  Please pass me a sliver ~_~ how I enjoy the chocolate smoothness of the mousse melting in my mouth. Repeat ~~~ Aaaaah.
Okay, so of course I kept it clean on day 3.  Eyebrows tweezed a little more and head covered.  Listen here, I suffer from dandruff and I refused to flake on my way to work, during work and then back home.  Let's see, I find that my thoughts are flooded with fashion.  My creative thoughts are running around with no outlet.  My belief is that, I am going to have to create my visions by hand.  Thank goodness they're simple additions that takes a plain blouse and makes it stand out in a crowd.  Hmm...

How about that I am currently working on a Cloche Hat and fingerless mitten set from the current issue of Creative Knitting.  Oh yeah, at first I felt that I stepped over my head and that even though the pattern claimed to be EASY, it was far from it.  [laughing]  RIF ~ Reading Is Fundamental.  Oh yes it is.  Working the project as instructed [WS] on the right side I see it take form.  Excitement can't describe the feeling that I get.  I did it by myself.  I am working this pattern and on the right is a picture of the Cloche in progress: Yarn is from Sublime and needles ~~> Addi Turbos of course.  ~_~

Okay so once I get some mannequin heads to display my hats and once they are completed then I shall present them to you all.

So, on Monday I came in looking cool, calm and collected.  I think this picture on the right speaks for itself.  I don't even know or remember what the heck was on my mind ~_~ but honestly, I like my look.  Nothing to extravagant or over the wall but good enough for the office and after work. What do you think? 



As a last note, I do have to apologize to all who have read my last post.  To think I was writing cryptic.  I was speaking my thoughts and not realizing how it sounded.  But oh well. 
I want to bid you all a good night. 

Assumption

Hi Universe.  Assumption is a big killer, [so is immaturity]  Well this one word that has been known to destroy friendships & relationships.  So I almost fell, well I was falling until I grabbed onto the swinging cable.  Then I slid my way down to solid ground and was able to walk away with my head held high.  I sat and talked and forgot how people are.  Made me appreciate them more.

A day in my life

Okay so it wasn't that I wasn't happy today...  As you see, I put together a simple fresh look and although I was happy with the outcome ~~~> I wasn't happy at work.  I mean, I am so thankful to be employed and for so long ~_~ HOWEVER ~_~ I know and feel that it is time for change and to experience life with a different agenda other than looking towards retirement. 

So during my extended lunch hour, after returning from the jungle on the main strip, I had a vision and that was to take a nap and awaken refreshed.  But that is not what happened.....

 Hmm, Why can't I close my eyes and just take a freaking NAP~~~?

Okay, maybe if  I count how many smacks I could get away with I just might fall into a deep sleep :|

Okay, still awake and I just want to leave right now and roam the streets like some lost soul in search of the light... Aaaah

Fine, fine.  I gave in, sat up and decided on doing my work.  Yeah okay... It took forever to truly get into what needed to be done. Plus, it was cold in the office and I just didn't feel good.  

So I end this with a smooch. Muah!  This was my day in a nutshell. Sorry to bore you.

Embracing 2013

Out with the old and in with the new...  2012 began and ended with a bang and now I am ready to live 2013. 
<~~~~  I Love....  What do you love? 
I love my daughter despite her antics [and what it does to me]
I love my close friends.
I love the blessings bestowed upon me.
I love the way soft, luscious yarn and the way it feels.
I love standing out in the crowd & the attention that my well defined eyebrows brings!  Still a newbie but I'm a WIP. ~ Work In Progress.  Conceited ~ who me??? Nope, just enjoying the 2nd glances.

So comment about what you love....

My look to end 2012 and begin 2013.  Oh Yeah!  I kept it fresh and I LOVE IT [in my Dragon Tales voice].  

Shakira & I broke in the new year together!  Love you baby girl..

Happy New Year everyone!  Take time for yourself... Pay a visit to Barnes and Noble ~_~ the magazine section and read what ever tickles your fancy!
How about logging into www.meetup.com and looking under your interests to find a local group.  Interested in getting better insight to cooking, repairs, makeup or what ever ~~> YouTube is the spot for you.  Want to gather your friends in one room, well create an event and set a date.  Again, point is to live your life to the fullest.
Be Creative...

Thank you world!  I am so thankful to the people in my life, The Soundview Stitchers, Sharon V [who by the way I enjoy going on last minute local excursions],  Ty Ty for introducing me to Nitraa B,  Divaslimdown & YouTube tutorials, and Tea Divine for just being you.

  HAPPY NEW YEAR