Hair-iversary

     In between Biffy Clyro and Beyonce I realised that it has been a year since I have been on my hair journey August 28th 2010, "confetti in the air". I haven't posted any pics all summer because I wanted to take a break so I could really check the length against my last set of pics which I have uploaded. It wasn't always smooth sailing, at first it was a real chore to deal with my hair and get the routine going. The products I had to throw away/stop using,  stuff I had to buy.  It was a real investment I had to make going in, not only financially (£10 on a shampoo whew) but time wise, and knowledge wise. I really wanted my hair to grow and grow as long as it possibly grow, go the distance so to speak. I know so much about hair now, my attitude towards hair care has completely changed. Not only relaxed hair but natural hair as well. My roomate has been on her hair care journey as well at this time and she is natural. So it has been good being able to bounce ideas off of her and get advice etc. Mishaps have happened my hair completely reverted whilst I was home on summer vacation. Humidity tried my patience no end, leave in conditioner is my "best hair friend" lol.

Second half of the 2010 -2012 hair journey starts in 33 minutes (its currently 11:27gmt).

For this second year I will be embracing more protective styles. I am not totally going to be wearing my hair in protective styles 100% of the time but I am aiming for 90%. The first 2 weeks after a relaxer I tend to wear my hair down, but I am going to be wearing it up more. Also I will be using different products during this leg of the journey. I think that the Matrix products that I was using in the past my hair has benefited, but now I am able to try new products since my hair is in a really healthy state. When I started this journey I was a year into recovering from damaged hair, in terms of dryness, and slight breakage. The Matrix products were lovely full of Argan oil and avocado oil. However I think that I am at a stage now where I can use other things. Going in for the next leg of my healthy hair journey I will be using Elasta QP products on my hair.

Elasta QP stop action shampoo

Elasta QP shampoo for relaxed hair

Elasta QP Intense fortifying shampoo

Elasta QP olive and mango butter moisturiser (3tblspoons of olive oil added and mixed in thoroughly, or 2tblsppoons olive oil + 1tblspoon of castor oil)

These are the products which will make up the base of my regimen. I will continue  using my coconut oil to moisturise my scalp, my olive oil to seal my ends (spray my hair occasionally), Infusium 23 leave in conditioner, Matrix sleek heat protectant. Will continue to wash my hair and deep condition every 2 weeks, moisturising and sealing every week minimum 2 days a week (possibly every other day during the winter). Also I will be stretching my relaxers from 8 to 12 weeks  (3months) at a time.

Thank you for all the support, questions, suggestions over the last year and thanks in advance for all of them to come in the future.

xx

1 +1 = 2

"Make love to me, so when the world at war, let our love heal us all, help me let down my guard,ohhh, ohhh, ohhh" I've never been in love but WHEN I do this song sums up how I want it to feel. 

words from another... Donatella Versace

"Be bold, be brave and have faith in your abilities. Never be afraid to try new things, whatever other people might say."

Donatella Versace
xx 

words from another... Dolly Parton

"Anything hanging, dragging, or lagging, I'mma nip it, tuck it, and suck it." Dolly Parton 

words from another... Paul Carrick Bronson

"It's funny how many things that make you smile, do not cost money."


xx 

words from another... Beyonce

"Yes I am crying, I am an artist and I am sensitive about my shyt." 

words from another... Rochelle

"You see alot when you are quiet and just be still."

silence is golden
xx

The Orgasm Diet

So you know typical morning I got up stumbled to the bathroom half awake located my toothbrush and was brushing my teeth. There is always a magazine in the bathroom at my house so I skinned back the cover and I thought I saw THE ORGASM DIET. Anyways I skimmed over this and about 2 minutes later when the brain started working it registered, I went and looked again and sure enough that is what I saw. So I thought interestingggggggggggggggg I must share this with my readers.

Introducing the Orgasm Diet by Liz Frost for Glamour Magazine.

Can what you put in your mouth really affect how much fun you have between the sheets? Liz Frost reports on the new diet that could mean better faster and more orgasms for you. 

     When couples have sex in a hollywood movie, it usually goes something like this: two perfectly toned people fall into a neatly made up bed and indulge in a few minutes of sweat free love making before climaxing in perfect unison. If only it were that easy in real life! In fact, research suggests 75% of women in the UK don't orgasm through intercourse and 12% never climax. Well, how would you feel if we told you that you could train your body to orgasm more easily just by changing your diet. That's what "The Orgasmic Diet", a new book by  Marrena Lindberg, is claiming. It's the first ever scientifically supported nutritional and exercise method to increase  women's libido and is taking the US by storm. 

"If you've never had a vaginal orgasm, this diet will change that" says Lindberg. "if you're already having them, you'll have them faster and stronger. You can  also increase the ease and intensity of your clitoral orgasm."

      So what is this magical diet  and where do we sign up? Lindberg says her approach involves 4 main components:

*A diet low in carbohydrates that's free from orgasm killers  such as refined sugar and caffeine.

*High doses of fish oil capsules

*Regular Kegel exercises 

*maintenance of the levels of serotonin and dopamine  - which are the chemicals in your brain that regulate  your libido, as well as improving  blood flow to your genitals. 

A typical week on the diet ...

Daily

25 Kegel exercises - you will find these muscles by stopping the flow of urine mid stream. Once you have located these muscles, tighten and relax.

* half on ounce of dark chocolate

*1 multivitiamin

* 1 vitamin c tablet ( a small glass of orange juice will do )

*Morning fish oil pills (1,400 -1,700mg depending on your weight)

*777mg calcium

*270mg Magnesium

*4-7mg zinc

In every meal you should aim to have 

30% protein (meat, diary, vegetables and fish), 30% fats (monosaturated fasts, such as olive oil and saturated fats such as dairy , meat and poultry), 40% or less carbohydrates, avoiding starchy ones ( white bread,  potatoes). Every few days, you will need to take 27mg of iron (as a tablet).

Monday Menu

Breakfast - Yogurt or cottage cheese, blueberries, strawberries and muesli

Lunch - Chicken Caesar salad

        - grilled shredded chicken, romaine lettuce, grated Parmesan cheese and Caesar dressing

Dinner - Steak Fajitas with peppers and avocado

Tuesday Menu

Breakfast - Omelette with tomatoes, onions and peppers

Lunch - Vegetable Quiche and fresh fruit

Dinner - Chinese stir fry in peanut oil with lean beef strips, broccoli, onions, mushrooms, and bamboo shoots with a small portion of white rice.

Wednesday Menu 

Breakfast - Two slices of bacon, one or two eggs and a piece of toast

Lunch -  Cheeseburger (without the bun)  and a big salad with everything but no dressing

Dinner - Greek chicken pittas with Greek yogurt sauce made with cucumber, onion and garlic and a salad of tomato, peppers, cucumbers, olives, feta cheese and olive oil.

Thursday Menu 

Breakfast - Yogurt topped with muesli and fruit of your choice

Lunch - Ham and Swiss cheese on grainy bread  with mayonnaise or mustard, pepper strips and carrot sticks.

Dinner - Roasted chicken with mixed broccoli and a mixed salad  with olive oil dressing

Friday Menu

Breakfast - Omelette with onions, peppers and cheese

Lunch - Tuna Nicoise salad

         - pan seared tuna over greens, black olives, capers, hard boiled egg and crumbled blue cheese

Dinner - Baked Aubergine with melted cheese and bean salad

Nutritional therapist Tim Taylor says "the fish oil is probably the most relevant part of this diet. High doses are used to alleviate conditions such as depression , which could in turn affect the way we feel about sex. Fish oils can also dramatically thin the blood - its possible that improved flow in the peripheral blood vessels could  contributed to easier orgasms. The diet encourages balanced blood sugar levels  by making you steer clear of refined  carbohydrates such as  whit flour and rice, as well as restricting alcohol, cigarettes and caffeine. This can have an affect on our stress and sex hormones. We know that chocolate can affect  responses  in the brain and affect dopamine levels  and while that alone may not be enough, in conjunction with  all the other parts of the plan this may help to unleash the orgasm."

** though this diet was created with a specific purpose in mind, this eating plan is really good especially if you are interested in healthy eating/lifestlye.** 

So break out the bottle of cod liver oil boys and girls.

xx

Who are you?

The Bible says that Jesus aside his "garments to wash the the disciples feet." He was willing to become transparent and let them see who he really was. One author, "I must tell you - after playing football and spending hours in a musty locker rooms - it's much easier to undress when others are undressing, than it is to walk into an executive boardroom and disrobe." This would be true even if the room was filled with the same men you work out with. It's not who they are, it's that your comfort zone is destroyed when you feel like you're the only one who's naked. Jesus taught a powerful lesson. He rose from supper and began to disrobe in front of men who were still fully clothed. Our problem is that we don't want to be seen as the only one with problems and needs. But fear of being different can lock you in a prison of pretense. Jesus took a step few would dare to. His laid aside his garments (image) before those he'd labored to inspire. Real ministry starts the moment we stop trying to impress each other and say. "This is who I really am." 

words from another... Shawn

Sometimes there things that the mouth can't say but the fingers can type.... 

Don't say anything...

People never want you to hold them to the same standards that they hold others too. They always have some kind of excuse for their actions/behavior.

Kae-Toya Kwote: Mascara

"I don't wear waterproof mascara, because I am not afraid to cry."

Some people are afraid to cry, they see it as a sign of weakness. Crying is good as a form of tension release, there are tears of joy, happiness, sadness, frustration, and anger. Plus you live longer because you are letting the stress out of you body. So next time you feel awash with emotion and the tears are prickling to back of your eyes, find a secluded spot, shed your tears and splash your face with cold water afterwards.

xx

Dennis Rodman Hall of Fame acceptance speech...

I think that Dennis Rodman has become a man, a man recognizes his mistakes admits them, and tries to do better.

Don't be afraid to admit your mistakes.
xx

Traditional West Indian Curry chicken with a twist

Yes I am cooking on a saturday, hunger nuh watch face, time nor day of the week.

Recipe
2 heaping table spoons of curry powder
2 dashes of fine salt
2 dashes of mixed herbs (oregano, thyme, basil, chives etc)
1 dash chicken seasoning
a dollop (yes dollop) of chilli powder
2 dashes of dry chilli flakes
1 tablespoon of olive oil
4 grindings of black pepper corns ( ground black pepper can be used however the fresh peppercorns have in alot more flavour
 1 table spoon of coconut cream
2 dashes of paprika

mix well and marinate for at LEAST 1 hour. add water until all of the chicken is covered, then stew on a medium heat til chicken is cooked.

Be hungry
xx

30 Things Every Woman Should Have Before She Turns 30 by Wendy Atterbury

 I stumbled across this list  and thought I would share with my  readers


1. The courage to stand up for herself and her beliefs. 
2. A (weekly) income that covers the rent (or mortgage payment). 
3. An Orgasm.
4. A favorite song, porn site, image, movie or fantasy that always gets her in the mood. 
5. A great vibrator. 
6. A favorite sex position. 
7. A hair stylist she trusts implicitly.
8. A signature drink.
9. Bras in the correct size. 
10. A healthy relationship with her parents.
11. Enough alcohol in her home to offer guests who drop by a cocktail.
12. An emergency hangover remedy.
13. A voters registration card.
14. A wardrobe that includes a flattering little black dress, a great pair of heels, jeans that make her ass look great and a hat to hide bad hair days. 
15. A yearly appointment with her gynecologist 
16. The name of a reliable movers to give her friends when they ask for help relocating. 
17. The gumption to ask a man out. 
18. No interest in men who aren't that into her.
19. A group of girlfriends who get it.
20. A set of tools and the ability to use them ( even if it is just to hang a piece of Art).
21. A balanced cheque book.
22. A vacation to look forward too at least once a year.
23. A good bullshyt detector.
24. Clothes that fit the size she is now not the size she was 5 years ago.  
25. Always enough toilet paper.
26. A set of hand towels so that guests don't have to dry their hands on her bath towels. 
27. Enough self love to break off unhealthy friendships and relationships. 
28. A commitment to excercise.
29. A retirement fund. 
30. Health Insurance. 


If you are already past 30 its late but not too late to tackle this list. 

words from another...

Black women have bodies that every race finds attractive. It's just that some men just need to grow the fuck up.

ouch the homies go hard

xx 

And I'm feeeeeeeeeeeeeling good.....

At times we think that we are the only ones enduring and that everyone else has it just fine and dandy, but that is so not true. Everyone endures, however we all endure in different ways. Some people drink, some do drugs, some shop, some act recklessly. I am blessed, in so many ways. I haven't been 100% for a while now and I have realized why. I haven't been appreciating the here and now. This all of this that has been occurring, internships, working, making new friends trying new things at restaurants, foot rubs, late night rendezvous, the hard talks, the struggles, the rejection. All of these things are good even though some may have been bad experiences and others good experiences I should have been appreciating them nonetheless, because at times we all need to be humbled. Humbling doesn't have to be a bad thing, In this instance it has given me fodder for meditation.

xx

Be Elevated

The good you can do today...

Today God is looking for people with enough compassion to ask, 'How are you?' then stop long enough to listen to the answer! When people have been hurt they need extra love and attention. They need to be held a little closer and prayed for a little longer. That's what God did for you, now it's your turn to do it for somebody else. Yes, you'll have to be patient and overcome their reluctance to trust you. Because they feel betrayed and 'used' they struggle with doubts and resentments. But don't give up on them: 'Love never fails. If you keep loving them, God will use you to bring them healing and hope.


Be compassionate 

Summer House happenings: Sainsburys... taste the difference

some pics at the supermarket

Sainburys........ supermarket to the stars

Checking le reciept...

Checking le goods ...

Paula aka miss p aka grantie aka grantilicious ---------> (its like living with a superhero...lol) roomate, friend, stylist, chef, shopaholic, and cosmetic junkie.

So after a long summer break I will be cheffing it up tomorrow, steam veg, curry chicken and rice will be on the menu. :)

Kae-Toya Kwote: Justice

Justice does not occur behind closed doors, in hushed tones, under the cover of darkness. Justice occurs in the open, where your voices ring loud and true. For if you are not a cog in the wheel of solution, you are a spoke of the problem. 


K.K.

What I Wore: Marketing Internship interview

Heels + cobblestone + running = Please kill me now,lol. I had an interview for an internship this morning with a marketing firm. This is a quick post to show you what I wore. 

Shirt - TM. Lewin (tailors since 1898) I love this shirt, the material and tailoring is second to none. To some, these shirts might be a bit pricey, but I rather pay £40 for a quality shirt that will last. 

Tulip skirt  -  Zara

Court shoes -  Barrats (leather)

Hair done by moi with the help of alotttttttttttttttt of olive oil hair moisturizer and some hair pins. 

Kae-Toya Kwote - trust

"You just can't trust others with your thoughts, kindness, possesions, the way you can trust yourself." Kae-Toya Kwote

Going to the movies....

Movie time so I went to take in the latest offering by marvel comics Captain America

This pic was taken mid step.....lol

just born with it

this last one is called "where are my glasses?"

shoes - Office
denim capri- Miss Selfridge
vest - River Island
cardigan - H&M
bracelet - Links of London
watch - Fossil
lippy- moistly by MAC

Rapunzel, Rapunzel let down your golden hair

Here are some pics I took in January of my birthday hair.


Front

Back

After 2 days of being wrapped up in sponge rollers

Human hair 1b in lengths 12 and 14.
washed and conditioned using garnier  shampoo and conditioner 

Confessions of a beauty - addict...

My name is Kae-Toya I am 26 and I have an unhealthy appetite for cosmetics............lol lol 

Tuesdays child is full of grace......

"The history books are full of stories of gifted people whose talents were overlooked until someone believed in them. Einstein was four years old before he could speak. Isaac Newton did poorly in primary school. A newspaper editor fired Walt Disney because he had 'no good ideas'. Tolstoy dropped out of college. There's a lesson here: people develop at different rates. To motivate them you must always be on the outlook for hidden capacities. Your words create an environment in which people not only discover their gifts, but also develop and excel in them."


This paragraph was part of my daily devotion for today, and it touched me deeply. I always say I am not a strong person by choice, but rather necessity. I find myself usually being the sounding board for my friends problems, at times the negativity is drowning. However I know that at times we all need someone that one person to listen to us, even when we think we don't make sense. We do need that reassurance that having another person just listening to us can bring. 


One of my friends told me today that I am not graceful ( I was likened to a bull in a china shop) in regards to the way I interact with others. Intense and full on were words thrown around in the conversation, and though I know my feelings were not meant to be hurt, they were smarted. My theory is simple there is greatness in ALL of us, and everybody needs that one person who sees the greatness in us. That one person who listens that one time, that one person who realises that something is wrong, that one person who is strong for us when we do not want to be strong for ourselves, that one person who can stop us from getting in our own way. If you are in someones life you must be adding value not taking away, and like the daily word says there are many people who are overlooked until that one person believed/saw/recognized/ encouraged the greatness in them. 


I want to be someone who adds value to others, not take it away. 


Be the light that shines ever brightly
xx

There is no need to put a label on who you are.....

 Labels are just someone else's way of containing your greatness. In the darkness when you and yourself are together  those two beings need to be content occupying the same space. There is no need to put a label on yourself. Be happy and content with yourself, be kind to others, and say good morning when you enter a building.

Bob Marley on love...

“You may not be her first, her last, or her only. She loved before she may love again. But if she loves you now, what else matters? She’s not perfect - you aren’t either, and the two of you may never be perfect together but if she can make you laugh, cause you to think twice, and admit to being human and making mistakes, hold onto her and give her the most you can. She may not be thinking about you every second of the day, but she will give you a part of her that she knows you can break - her heart. So don’t hurt her, don’t change her, don’t analyze and don’t expect more than she can give. Smile when she makes you happy, let her know when she makes you mad, and miss her when she’s not there.”

- Bob Marley

Daddy's Little Girl...

I want my unborn son to be like my DADDY!

I want my husband to be like my DADDY!!!!

There is no one else like my DADDY!!!

And I thank you for loving me!!!

Defense mode

Sometimes its just good to enjoy and not be fighting for everything literal/ figurative. 

Kelly Clarkson's breakaway - Deconstructed

I'll spread my wings and i'll learn how to fly, i'll do what it takes til I touch the sky. ----> pursue your dreams, set goals, learn discipline and work like you can never be tired.

Out  of the darkness and into the sun but I wont forget all the ones that I love,----> Family and friends who will always encourage,support, chastise (yes chastising is part of love) and motivate you. These are the people who will be strong for you in the times that you are weak. Who will believe in the times that you doubt.

Make a wish take a chance and breakaway, ----> sometimes you have to take a leap, a leap of faith or just blindly falling letting go off the restrictions you have a hold of yourself. You have to set yourself free to enjoy the bounty of life's harvest. 

Kae-Toya Kwote - Pink Slips

Hanging with ma boy Khary one night and he was talking about how I like to give out pink slips. But thinking about it really there comes a point where you say "Fuck dat, get to steppin". Holding on for the sake of holding on does no one any favours.

ps I am going to get some pink slips though, that idea is dope. lol 

Kae-Toya Kwote

"If you cant keep your business ah mine you go keep?"

Time

When I was young there was a saying "my time and and your time is not one time." However now that I am grown this has seemingly gone out the window. Case in point #1 I attended the W.O.A. production of  "When a Woman Moans" this year. All along I was urged ot get there on time etc etc etc show will begin 8pm sharp!! oh yes with exclamation points. So I got there a little before 8pm you know when in fiddled around changed my seat said hello to ppl who offered some dry smile.  Now this thing didn't start til like 8.40pm.  I said to one of the organizers you know, the show started late, and some girl who was standing next to her said "oh the crowd wasn't there yet." REALLY WHAT THE FUCK happen to all the other persons who made sure to come on time? What are we chopped liver? The crowd didn't help me work for my 40 dollars, come tell me some bullshyt about crowd. wasn't there yet.

#2 Expressions: poetry in the pub. Ok the advertisement says again  starts at 8pm. My gf told me girl it really starts at 9-ish. Roll out my house now and after10pm this shyt still hasn't started. I'm just thinking this is some bulllllllllllllllllllllshyt.

#3 Myst bar crawl 3 which says starts at 6pm so I inquired if it really starts at 6pm or Antiguan time aka when the crowd shows up and was told it starts  at ---------> Myst fun time? What the hell is Myst fun time? Simple question it is starting at 6 or you are going to wait til you get alot of people (as seems to be the trend i was informed). It not that difficult a question to answer.

cha man

Respect me enough to respect my time. 

Smile

In life we have good days bad days and the days in between. Friends family and significant others disappoint us, let us down, hurt our feelings and drive us to the point where we hurt so much we feel like we cannot exist. However I learned to wake up everyday take a deep breath and smile.

Keep smiling
xx

The Origami Bandit.......

     Many people don't know me, they might have exchanged words with me here or there, we may hang out, or know some of the same people but they don't know me. They don't know what keeps me going everyday, what makes me get up out of bed, what makes me smile, what makes me laugh, what makes me hurt. Many people don't know ME. Persons may perceive me to be a certain way, but they don't know me. Yes I can be loud, opinionated  overbearing, annoying, that thorn in your damn side, that person that just says stuff. I am that person. 
    
 Though I might be that person I have through the stars of the universe managed to find myself befriended by some of the most talented people alive. Singers, artists, writers, teachers, students, parents, fashion designers, beauty queens, economists, doctors, lawyers, these are people who are just bursting to the brim with talent. Some are limited to one area which they excel, others are multifaceted (yes like the l 'O real hair colour) but all are amazing.  One of these persons is Alex Akande who is Chief blogger over at Origami Bandit, you can check him out here. http://www.origami-bandit.com/blog.html 
   
 I would like to share some of his wisdom as we head into the second half of the first year of a new decade on a new century.  Bandit Theory'. Evil masterminds in movies all seem to have read this imaginary book (though it seems they all skipped the chapter on "ethics").

• Never step out in an outfit you wouldn't be confident being photographed in. For in your tiny little world, YOU are a celebrity.
• Your sneakers/shoes should ALWAYS be fresh. Always.
• Be cool, calm, and always retain your composure. Today, the world just may be counting on you. DO NOT mess it up.
• Knowledge is power, you should work out more often. Stay smart.
• Above all, stay cool. Never take yourself too seriously.

Now I take myself very seriously, I will always be the first to admit so I don't know about that one lol but his other points do make sense. Present your best self to the world always. 

Summer House Happenins: Jill Scott and Common reading at the white house poetry night

Listen and enjoy 

Costume Warranty.....

Fresh on my Carnival 2011 euphoria I came across this blog post on the Trini carnival diary blog. 


COSTUME WARRANTY AGREEMENT


All costumes come with a standard 2 day natural Carnival wear warranty, which covers popped gems, loose beads, detaching parts, broken belts and bras. Warranty also covers variation from prototype, loss of costume, late delivery of costume or costume pieces and incorrect sizing if the error occurs from the Band.

In the event that the costume needs repairs before use you are entitled to free costume repair. If the costume varies from the prototype you are entitled to 50% refund. If the incorrect size of costume was given with the fault being the Band’s you are entitled to have the costume replaced with the correct sizing with free costume delivery. If your costume was lost or misplaced by the band you are entitled to a 50% refund, replacement of your costume in any section of your choice (excluding Frontline if your selection was backline/floor member) and free costume delivery. If your costume or any piece of it is not ready for collection on the assigned collection date you are entitled to free costume delivery.

Not covered are accidental damage, broken plumage, unnatural stains and damage due to excessive wining and jamishness.

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Now we have all been there at some point in our masquerading life, you received a costume that has no resemblance to the one they showed at the launch, the costume is unfinished,  it fell apart BEFORE you reached on the road, or mid way down the road when you just warming up the chipping. . What ensues is mayhem as you try to patch up this costume with the help of friends, or the ever elusive mas band leader. Costume distribution as well is a big big one that has caused many a fustration over the years.Many times has resulted in some covert operations to collect, one year I had to leave jouvert on Carnival Monday to collect my costume. Now what Saucy over at trini carnival diary is proposing that mas bands offer a costume warranty. The warranty would cover the costume for repairs if needed BEFORE you take the costume on the road, (ie braiding becomes undone, beads falling off etc) or in the case of pieces missing, or costume delay in distribution. According to saucy this ensures that standards are kept up and customers remain happy. 

you can read her full post here http://networkedblogs.com/h0A3S 

xxXXxx

Carnival cannot die, we will never say bye bye.....

Its here Carnival 2011 has finally launched praise to ye Jah RAStahfar-I.

Its here its here Antigua Carnival 2011Officially kicked off last night in the midst of the 44th Annual Antigua Sailing Week celebrations last. night. I tell you with many a baited breath I awaited this weekend, first it was the royal wedding, then Carnival launch and now tonight Myst will "Unveil" their costumes for season 4. One of my friends has a running joke going that if one particular costume which I LOVE does not unveil tonight she thinks I will cry. Which I probably will, but honestly I think its more of a strong possibility I might not play mas this year. Sorry the heart wants what the heart wants. However we can hope that some other costume makes me fall inlove, but I am sure one my girl will just be like Kae-Toya please and come Monday and Tuesday I will be chipping all over St John's sipping on the Belvedere and Cranberry.

Now is where the excitement really begins, and conversations turn to things like, prices please? when can we register? what is new in the package this year? What accessories do you want to get? Are you doing mas makeup? Who going queen show? How you doing your hair for mas? When you buying your stockings? what shoes you playing mas in? We going pan yard? Carnival is sweet eh. I have the biggest smile on my face right now, Claudette Peters is playing on my itunes, the sun is shining.

Jump if you love Soca, tell me you agree, and BRING IT ON.

xx

Shhhhhhhhhh

It's funny when you stop talking the other person has nothing to say.

A still tongue lies within a wise head

xx

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Top 10 Desert Island Products...........

This is a good idea was it made me think what are my top 10 products that are really essential? Of course, they might change in the future who can say but this is my top 10 items of choice if I got stuck on a deserted Island. 


1. Ribena - this is my drink. I LOVE Ribena it contains vitamin C I need something to keep me going til survival mode kicks in. 


2. My journal (and a black ball point pen) it might be hard to believe but I write wayyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy more than I post on here, lol. If I was found I would want to have records of my experiences. 


3. Sunblock with a crazy high factor like SPF50. I burn in the sun.


4. Ginger Snaps these would be my treat aka my reward for catching that fish, sleeping through the night in the wilderness or wrestling that boar. 


5. My water bottle to hold fresh water.


6. Cocoa Butter lotion its a good moisturiser and a good after sun moisturiser. So for everyone who gets sunburnt just slather on some cocoa butter on that ish and you are good to go. 


7. Aloe Vera gel this is also a good after sun product however it serves 2 purposes as it can be used as a natural alcohol free hair gel. :)


8. Steel and Flint girl go to make a fire you know. Yes I know how to make a outdoor fire ----> don't let the lipgloss fool you I am gangsta like that. 


9. Vodka to sanitise any cuts, sores or blisters I might get. Plus it can be used as a facial cleaner.


10. My Swiss Army pen knives to use to cut branches meat, skin animals, make a spear, etc. 


xoxo

How to get radiant glowing skin.....

     First of all getting that lovely summer glow depends on having clean skin and also a good skincare routine. A good idea would be to exfoliate skin twice a week. For the face I recommend Sundays and Thursdays that way you are ready for the week ahead and also ready for the weekend.  A good exfoliator is the St Ives microdermabrasion scrub. It contains very fine particles so it is not very harsh on the skin, yet when you are finished exfoliating your skin feels very very very smooth.

      A little goes a long way, you should only be using an amount that is about the same as the size of the nail on your pinky ( small finger). Following the exfoliating a clay mask twice a week would definitely help by drawing out the impurities from deep within your skin. This will help to shrink large pores and eventually if you are acne prone less pimples. (This is for girls, boys, men and women equal opportunity, we want everyone to be looking and feeling their best)

     The same with your body exfoliating is a must, here I recommend exfoliating gloves these are everywhere but if you don't know what constitutes everywhere pick some up at your nearest Body shop. http://www.thebodyshop.co.uk/_en/_gb/catalog/product.aspx?ParentCatCode=C_BathBody&CatCode=C_BathBody_Accessories&prdcode=81991m They come in a variety of colours so guys you can get in on this. These are lovely you just put them on squeeze some shower gel or body wash on them and massage your skin in circular motions, they are gentle enough to be used everyday and pretty much all over stomach, thighs, heels, elbows literally everywhere. if you are a couple you can have a lovely bonding experience scrubbing those hard to reach places for each other, wink wink,-----------> "you scrub my back and i'll scrub yours." 

Sidenote -  the best products in the world will do nothing for your skin if you are not on a regular, healthy diet, and keeping your body well hydrated. Fried potato chips, sodas, and alcoholic beverages in copious amounts are not good for your skin. Fresh fruits, veggies, nuts and water all contain great skin nourishing properties. 

Shopping list 

Palmers Cocoa Butter formula Natural Bronze Body Lotion : Gradual tanning moisturiser - this can be used as an everyday body lotion it gives slight bronzed look which is very lovely when the sunshine bounces off of it. 

Superdrug Vitamin E Shimmer Body Lotion - this is a moisturiser which contains body shimmer, excellent for giving your body a nice glow. Also this can be used to highlight specific areas, such as the décolletage, shoulders, arms, legs any specific area which you want to show off. The Superdrug vitamin E shimmer lotion is Tres fab, especially if you put some fake tan on underneath it. What I do is if I have an event coming up I will apply the palmers natural bronze body lotion for a few days before the event and then the day or night of the event I will apply the shimmer lotion on top…………the combo is positively amazing. 

Sidenote - The Body Shop also has a Coconut shimmer body lotion. I recommend that 4 friends/sisters split the cost of purchase, divide it into four equal sections. These four sections can be held in a small container with a cover until the shimmer lotion finishes. Remember a little goes a long way. 

Rimmel Sunshimmer Instant Tan makeup in medium shimmer - This is a fake tan and body shimmer 2 in 1 product makes your body look great, excellent for nights at the club which you are wearing shorts rub this on your legs wait 10 minutes so that it dries COMPLETELY and then put on your clothes. 

L'Oreal Paris Glam Bronze Bronzing power Long Lasting - SPF10 - Bronzing powder great for use as a blush to give your cheek bones a bit of oomph. Can be used to create a contour effect on paler skintones. 

M.A.C. Sheertone Shimmer Blush in Trace gold -  excellent highlighter for cheeks and eyes, can be worn as an eye shadow if you so desire. 

MAC -Trace Gold Blush

"That Gal" Brightening Face Primer by Benefit - great primer makes your face look lovely when makeup is applied over it. 

Sleek Blush in Sunrise -   a hint of pink colour and a wash of shimmery goodness, looks great when accompanied by a smile, great everyday blush, especially if you work in an office or a corporate setting. Apply with a light hand a little goes a long way, take care not to put it on the apples of your cheeks. Lovely on darker skin tones, as well as lighter skin tones. 

Sleek Blush in Coral - a hint of coral (peachy orange) colour and a wash of shimmery goodness, looks great when accompanied by a smile, great everyday blush, especially if you work in an office or a corporate setting, also great for lunch with your girlfriends or just to a casual party setting. Apply with a light hand a little goes a long way, take care not to put it on the apples of your cheeks.

M.A.C. Mineralize skin finish natural in Deep Dark -  everyday face powder, with SUBTLE shimmer great for wearing to work if you do not want to wear foundation, a bit of this, some coral blush, mascara and you are ready for the day. Looks amazing on skin.  

My well loved MAC MSF Natural in DEEP DARK 

Eye Pen by H&M in Bronze -  great for giving your eyes a bit of colour.

Urban Decay  24/7 Glide on Eye pencil in Lucky -  great for giving eyes a hint of colour, excellent staying power.

get to glowing