I know we’re barely mid-way through the winter season, but I’m already through with one pair of winter boots. Beaten and stained from the salt, they were not things that I wanted to hold on to anymore. Declaring "this is my last season for these," helped me think about other things I wanted to get rid of; what I wanted to leave behind as I go forward into 2017. "A time to get, … [Read more...]
Step-Up Your Game: 7 Ways to be an Even Better Spouse in 2017
As we begin a new year, we are all, hopefully, looking for ways to improve our lives and ourselves in the coming year. For me, being a better spouse in the new year is a goal I would definitely like to achieve. By improving myself, I am able to improve my marriage and my overall quality of life. I am sure I am not the only one trying to be happier in the new … [Read more...]
5 Easy Steps to Turn Your 2017 Vision into a Reality
"I will stand on my guard post and station myself on the rampart; and I will keep watch to see what He will speak to me, and how I may reply when I am reproved. Then the LORD answered me and said, "Record the vision and inscribe it on tablets, that the one who reads it may run." - Habakkuk 2: 1-2 We all have heard this preached time and again in church. We all get hyped up … [Read more...]
Top 3 Reasons Why New Year’s Resolutions Fail!
At the close of each year, we sit back and reflect on the many accomplishments that were made and milestones that were met throughout the year. We also lament over missed opportunities, discarded plans, and the things we failed to check off our bucket list yet again. This end of the year stroll down memory lane usually proves to be a mentally and physically exhausting emotional … [Read more...]
Video: 7 New Dos for the New Year, No Cut Required
A year ago, I decided to chop all of my 12 inch curly hair goodness in pursuit of the perfect tapered cut. I began my search on Pinterest and YouTube, my old standbys, and finally came upon the cut that matched my vision: low on the sides and major hang time on the top. For me, it set the tone for my year of living fearlessly, and it showed the world a new me they had never … [Read more...]
Go Back to Basics & Revamp Your Wardrobe for 2015
Can you smell that? It is the scent of new beginnings, fresh starts, and renewed possibilities, also known as, the New Year. Welcome to 2015! With the turn of the clock, we have all stepped into a brand new year and a clean slate - metaphorically, if not literally - and a new start requires a new look, right?! Coco Chanel once said, “A woman who cuts her hair is about to … [Read more...]
Singles: 10 Things to get ‘Delivert’ from by 2015
With the New Year upon us, it’s time to reflect on the 2014 you’ve had, mistakes made and even more memorable accomplishments. I do have to say this for my fellow singles: there are some things you got over this year and may still be dealing with. We are all works in progress. We have God’s grace to cover our mistakes and I pray that we all get the wisdom to not make them … [Read more...]
10 Ways to Find Spiritual Strength in 2014
It shouldn’t come as surprise to us that the majority of us would have abandoned and even seen failure with resolutions by the end of January. In fact research indicates that 80% of us would have broken our resolves by January 31! Sadly only 5% of us would have continued in our quest to see through the resolution by year end. At the end of day when we prepare our New Year … [Read more...]
Money Monday: 5 Money Tips For a Prosperous 2014
The new year is just around the corner and you have the power to make it your best year ever. Are you willing to make the sacrifices? Are you willing to put in the hard work to see your financial dreams come true? If so, these money tips are for you. Set a Financial Goal or Two As the new year begins, set aside the time to figure out what you really want financially. What are … [Read more...]
5 Reasons I Stopped Making New Year’s Resolutions
It’s that time of year again! The Black Friday madness is over, the gift-giving frenzy has calmed down and it’s now time to think about how you’re going to spend the next year of your life. By now, you’ve probably started making your list of resolutions (lose weight, pay off debt, get along with your in-laws, etc.) and are absolutely 200% committed to sticking to them—this … [Read more...]