Here's a great sculpture by Wendy Ross called "Flora" in Hopkins Plaza in Baltimore City.
Saturday, September 29, 2012
Flora (Subject of An Art Report For School)
I love art! PERIOD...
Here's a great sculpture by Wendy Ross called "Flora" in Hopkins Plaza in Baltimore City.
(that's my MJ in the photo hehehe)
Here's a great sculpture by Wendy Ross called "Flora" in Hopkins Plaza in Baltimore City.
Dr. J's Formula for Effective Listening!
Hello World!
As you all know I am a student as well as a mom and all that other stuff (LOL)
And I am taking Speech 204 or Critical Listening at CSU. I love this class and I love my professor. Her name is Dr. Wilner and she is too fabulous. Anyhoo, she introduced us to this new method called "Dr. J's Listening Formula and it looks like this:
S (Sleep)
+
N (Nutrition)
+
E (Exercise)
+
BP
(Body Position)
+
CP (Cognitive Purpose)
EPL
(Effective Pre-Listening)
I mean c'mon! Is that not like so awesome. This woman is teaching that overall wellness will lead to you becoming a better listener. And once you learn to listen EFFECTIVELY you will be able to process information so much better. I like the sound of that! I know a feww men who should take this course (and some sistahs too truth be told).
Ok. So you're wondering "I know what sleep, nutrition and exercise mean, but WTH is Body Position and Cognitive Purpose???
Body Position is pretty much your posture and where you are physically in regards to whom or what ever you are listening to. And Cognitive Purpose is, well a lot more difficult to explain LOL
Let's break down these words:
Cognitive: basically is the process of acquiring knowledge or just like knowing stuff. And you know what purpose means and if you don't (retard cough cough xD) >>>Click Here<<<.
So what you need to do is knowingly create a goal (in Lamesn terms) and see it through. How simple is that??? But here is the kicker. You need to create a cognitive purpose for all the things at the very top of your mental "Priority List". Say what??? You don't have one of those either...SMH wooo chile!
This is my most recent cognitive purpose for my hardest class I am taking (ART 208 Life Drawing)
"Learn something new that I did not know before entering class, reflect on it and analyze how to apply it to everyday life."
I like to create a mental C.P. twice a week for things that I find to be challenging (like my art class). this helps me to maintain my mental composure and focus on a specific objective. Bc idk about you ,but when I think something is hard I sike myself out and then end up not doing so hot. This helps me to go into "the ring" with a target. And it helps to write it in a journal or in my daily planner so I can look back over recent C.P.'s and keep going forward. I'm telling you there is something to this and I like it. maybe next I'll begin to create C.P.'s for my hair. hmmmmmmmmm
So what you need to do is knowingly create a goal (in Lamesn terms) and see it through. How simple is that??? But here is the kicker. You need to create a cognitive purpose for all the things at the very top of your mental "Priority List". Say what??? You don't have one of those either...SMH wooo chile!
This is my most recent cognitive purpose for my hardest class I am taking (ART 208 Life Drawing)
"Learn something new that I did not know before entering class, reflect on it and analyze how to apply it to everyday life."
I like to create a mental C.P. twice a week for things that I find to be challenging (like my art class). this helps me to maintain my mental composure and focus on a specific objective. Bc idk about you ,but when I think something is hard I sike myself out and then end up not doing so hot. This helps me to go into "the ring" with a target. And it helps to write it in a journal or in my daily planner so I can look back over recent C.P.'s and keep going forward. I'm telling you there is something to this and I like it. maybe next I'll begin to create C.P.'s for my hair. hmmmmmmmmm
Saturday, September 15, 2012
Dressing a full figured mom body xD
What can I say??? I am a plus sized woman and I am proud to say that! My constant uphill battle for weight loss is still ongoing, but in the mean time, I need to learn how to dress my thicker curves. I will admit that although I have been 200 lbs.+ for at least a year I am still not used to being so heavy, but I know with out a shadow of a doubt that I am still very desirable. I do not lack confidence in that, just time, energy and money to pull off THAT look, ya know? I have, however, been investigating new and inexpensive ways to dress my size 16 body with out looking "crazy".
Thrift, thrift, thrift!
Thrifting is a major way to find clothes you like and save a ton of money. But there is an art to shopping thrift! You must not be lazy when shopping in a thrift or consignment shop. It is an arduous and time consuming task but well worth it when you find that "one piece". I suggest you go in with an image of the outfit you want to create (realistically), or find a piece to compliment an existing outfit. Use Google to find a thrift store near you!
Don't shop in places where everyone goes!
You ever walked past that store in the dark and gloomy section of the mall??? That place that looks so lonely??? LOL I have too and I've often wondered what was in there. Well go in! Go in and see what's in that shop. You may find something that you like for cheap or get inspired by a piece you've never seen before. Not to mention that this store is "special" lol so very few ppl are likely to have your outfit or accessory! Talk about originality...
Mix and match!
Often you hear ppl say "Girl, I live in so and so store ..." like that is the only store in the world. And usually those ppl are fronting anyway smh, bc I don't know anyone who just shops in one store. I can shop in Lord and Taylor then go to Target and piece an outfit together like nobody's business. Plus adding a few expensive, key accessories to an inexpensive outfit can make the whole thing look more expensive and put together! Trust me it works...
Dress your body type and size!
Please please PLEASE! Honey if you have DDD breasts and you're wearing a tube top (passes out) Lawd please spare us all. A nice scoop or V neck shirt with feminine designs will do. Just a hint of cleavage is ok. Listen to that little voice in your head! You know what I mean -evil look- And if you have sizable hips and an even bigger bottom, DO NOT WEAR LEGGINGS W/O A SHIRT TO COVER YOUR BUM! Geesh, I cannot say that enough. Leggings leave nothing to the imagination and we don't want to give it all away do we? Let's be classy and cover that @$$y shall we? A peasant skirt, or maxi dress will do fine, even shorts! But as a plus sized girl with wide hips I realize that Bermuda Shorts are more flattering on my figure!
And I cannot stress enough how important it is to buy clothes that are YOUR size. Bellies jiggling, and things wobbling when you walk is nasty! No one thinks it is attractive! Trust me, even men who like big girls will tell you they like a woman who is well put together ( a respectable man anyways xD)
OH! and gurdle wouldn't hurt if you have that dreaded "pouch"`... you know what I'm talking about, that kangaroo pouch under your navel. Spanx are a wonderful invention! and if you don't have that kinda cash right now, JC Penny has a great collection of shapewear!
Here are some of my favorite sites for plus sized girls :)
Torrid
Forever 21 Plus
Old Navy Plus
Dots
(do not own any of the images or websites and/or its content)
Thrift, thrift, thrift!
Thrifting is a major way to find clothes you like and save a ton of money. But there is an art to shopping thrift! You must not be lazy when shopping in a thrift or consignment shop. It is an arduous and time consuming task but well worth it when you find that "one piece". I suggest you go in with an image of the outfit you want to create (realistically), or find a piece to compliment an existing outfit. Use Google to find a thrift store near you!
Don't shop in places where everyone goes!
You ever walked past that store in the dark and gloomy section of the mall??? That place that looks so lonely??? LOL I have too and I've often wondered what was in there. Well go in! Go in and see what's in that shop. You may find something that you like for cheap or get inspired by a piece you've never seen before. Not to mention that this store is "special" lol so very few ppl are likely to have your outfit or accessory! Talk about originality...
Mix and match!
Often you hear ppl say "Girl, I live in so and so store ..." like that is the only store in the world. And usually those ppl are fronting anyway smh, bc I don't know anyone who just shops in one store. I can shop in Lord and Taylor then go to Target and piece an outfit together like nobody's business. Plus adding a few expensive, key accessories to an inexpensive outfit can make the whole thing look more expensive and put together! Trust me it works...
Dress your body type and size!
Please please PLEASE! Honey if you have DDD breasts and you're wearing a tube top (passes out) Lawd please spare us all. A nice scoop or V neck shirt with feminine designs will do. Just a hint of cleavage is ok. Listen to that little voice in your head! You know what I mean -evil look- And if you have sizable hips and an even bigger bottom, DO NOT WEAR LEGGINGS W/O A SHIRT TO COVER YOUR BUM! Geesh, I cannot say that enough. Leggings leave nothing to the imagination and we don't want to give it all away do we? Let's be classy and cover that @$$y shall we? A peasant skirt, or maxi dress will do fine, even shorts! But as a plus sized girl with wide hips I realize that Bermuda Shorts are more flattering on my figure!
And I cannot stress enough how important it is to buy clothes that are YOUR size. Bellies jiggling, and things wobbling when you walk is nasty! No one thinks it is attractive! Trust me, even men who like big girls will tell you they like a woman who is well put together ( a respectable man anyways xD)
OH! and gurdle wouldn't hurt if you have that dreaded "pouch"`... you know what I'm talking about, that kangaroo pouch under your navel. Spanx are a wonderful invention! and if you don't have that kinda cash right now, JC Penny has a great collection of shapewear!
Here are some of my favorite sites for plus sized girls :)
Torrid
Forever 21 Plus
Old Navy Plus
Dots
(do not own any of the images or websites and/or its content)
Sunday, September 9, 2012
9-Year-Old Punches and Chokes Babies in Daycare Rampage
This video clip is truly disturbing... This is exactly why I would not send my children to a daycare center without sitting in and thoroughly researching the center and speaking with other parents. I was deeply disgusted with the behavior this particular child exhibited. I am not angry with the child, but angry at his parents and the daycare provider for being so irresponsible.
First of all, he is nine.....in a daycare! The cut off age is usually five which is school age, so why is he allowed to be in the room with the children alone???
Second, the children were crying! How come the worker did not respond to that??? Ad why was she on the phone and left the kids by themselves??? She deserved what she got!
Next, the fact that that man came and beat a child to retaliate ( the wrong child by the way ) is completely absurd and he deserved what he got as well.
AND finally, the boys aunt! ".....He's a normal child"???????? Are you crazy too?
This whole thing is beyond me but if I were those parents I would lawyer up and crush that daycare center under a sea of lawsuits. PERIOD
Then again, my hoodness may have attempted to kick some a** too... idk though #ijs
Love and Hip Hop
Ok,
So I have been neglecting my P.O.W's but I promise that I will make up for it! SWEAR! lol But latley when I have free time I noticed that instead of working out... (like I should be) I am watching more Tv than usual... Love and Hip Hop and True Blood and so on. Lawd! That Love and Hip Hop Atlanta is crazy! I mean part of me wants to throw a shoe at the TV everytime I watch it bc these women of color are exploiting themselves....UGH! But one must admit that it is very enthralling and is a guilty pleasure for most of us. That or Single Ladies (my mom and sister watch it, I can't get into it).
BUT
I must speak on one thing! Stevie J must got that jangle-jangle bc those two ((cough) you know who) were fighting over his ass furiously...smh It couldn't be me! and on TV too smh I'm glad these two are retarded for my viewing pleasure... Exhibit A
Exhibit B
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vQT0xUEtRAs&feature=related
Exhibit C
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iKLTe65sC2Q&feature=related
smh.....
(accept to credit for any content in the videos and do not own of the proceeding material)
So I have been neglecting my P.O.W's but I promise that I will make up for it! SWEAR! lol But latley when I have free time I noticed that instead of working out... (like I should be) I am watching more Tv than usual... Love and Hip Hop and True Blood and so on. Lawd! That Love and Hip Hop Atlanta is crazy! I mean part of me wants to throw a shoe at the TV everytime I watch it bc these women of color are exploiting themselves....UGH! But one must admit that it is very enthralling and is a guilty pleasure for most of us. That or Single Ladies (my mom and sister watch it, I can't get into it).
BUT
I must speak on one thing! Stevie J must got that jangle-jangle bc those two ((cough) you know who) were fighting over his ass furiously...smh It couldn't be me! and on TV too smh I'm glad these two are retarded for my viewing pleasure... Exhibit A
Exhibit B
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vQT0xUEtRAs&feature=related
Exhibit C
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iKLTe65sC2Q&feature=related
smh.....
(accept to credit for any content in the videos and do not own of the proceeding material)
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