Loves Creation...BOUTIQUEing with a PURPOSE!

     A few months ago I discovered a store that would change my life forever. Not only was it a store that looked amazingly Vintage but it still had a modern feel to it. Any of my closest friends know that I LOVE the world of Vintage. Its something about it that just seems so RICH and ROYAL to me and this store is the depiction of everything ROYAL. Not only that, but if you are a person that feeds off of anything exclusively DIFFERENT this store will definitely grab your attention. It will put you in the mind of the well known Urban Outfitters or the all famous Anthropologie. But as for now, its in a class if it own.

     Loves Creation is a Store with an amazing story. LC is a branch off from a larger ministry called Harvest Time International that was founded in 1974 by Loves Creation Owner Mary Murphy and her Husband John Murphy, that gives back to the community and the world through philanthropic means like feeding the hungry, providing food, and shelter, and spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ across the world. ALL (100%) of Loves Creations proceeds go towards the funding of Harvest Time International. I believe that apart from the AMAZING trinkets, furniture, stationary, garments, designer shades/purses, and shoes...THIS is what keeps me in that store week after week, knowing that my dollars are being spent for a GREATER cause.

     The amazing pieces that you will see pictured can be accredited to the stores buyer Carmen Murphy the daughter of the owner Mary Murphy. She has a keen eye for fashion and this chick KNOWS her business and studied one year at International Academy of Design and Technology and left to pursue her dream of becoming a buyer. The visuals of the store can be accredited to Mrs. Erika Hinn who was an at home mom with a God given gift to make the vision of LC come to life and she is the back bone of the stores visual brand with no formal training.

     I bring to you today: Vintage meets Modern Chic, the girl next door, a business with a heart for the community and an eye for fashion. Where French Country Casual meets the American Woman....I bring to you my heart...

Loves Creation...

The Dynamic Trio: Erika Hinn-Visuals, Carmen Murphy-Buyer, Mary Murphy-Owner/Visionary

Hand Made Jewerly Exclusively by Erica Hinn hand crafted with Vintage pieces

Loved this cardigan had to capture it!

Many trinkets the store carries...

oh and this one too ;-)

Harvest Time thanking its customers!

Cute dress!!

Original Painting from Carmen! Amazing!

Me with the most AMAZING women the world has yet to MEET!

      If your ever in the Orlando/Sanford area, please stop by the Sanford Mall and experiance Loves Creation for yourself, and bring ALOT of money because you WON'T leave empty handed! I promise you! Ask my boyfriend HEHE!

Featured Brands:

BBDakota
Jack
Tavernitti
Kersh
Oopsy Daisy
Trinity
Love and Toast
Lovely People.
Toms Shoes

You can connect with loves creation via FB at www.facebook.com/LovesCreation or find them on twitter!

When love starts YOUNG it last FOREVER!!! The Lizzie and Blake Story!

    So Im riding in the car with my BFF and he’s playing this music by this Christian rap artist named Young Chozen. I am very particular about Christian Rap and only have a few favorites (Rhema Soul, “Uncle Reece”, Canton Jones, Lecrae…) Now over the years it has come a LLOONNGGG way, but we still have some ways to go. But this music was different, it made me feel good, it was music I could dougie too (im still learning though) ;-))), music that made me feel empowered and it was far from lame.

    Anyways so I begged my BFF to make me a CD,  ALL of them, I wanted whatever he had out. There was a song that caught my attention where he talked extensively about this 31 status woman that he was waiting for and refused to compromise his Christianity and would remain pure for, all while making the lyrics sound like something I could jam too.

    Little did I know this person he was speaking of would become my Kingdom friend and his soul mate for life. Their story brings me joy and encourages me to no matter what, continue to fight to do it GODs way. So today I bring to you “When love is young, it last forever” The Blake and Lizzie Story: her side!

    Maybe when Blake aka “Young Chozen” comes off tour we will hear HIS side…but until then…this will do!

  

Her Side: Unedited

“Blake and I met 2 years ago in LA, and just as soon as we met, we parted... I had no idea the guy that complimented my outfit at the Dream Center was soon to be my husband, I just went about my business and headed back to Australia! Feeling like Esther, in that year of preparation (the difference being I had no idea what I was being prepared for...) I went on a journey of aloneness with God, and little did I know this alone-with-Daddy time was setting me up for 1. leaving home, 2. moving COUNTRIES, and 3. marrying a complete stranger. Best journey ever!! Blake being on a journey of his own, we "crossed paths" again on Facebook December of 2009 and by this time, we both felt we were ready... For what, we didn't know, but were soon to find out! I ended up heading to the States to visit family right after Christmas and Blake kindly volunteered to spend the day with me in my stopover at LAX airport. By the end of this day, Blake had seen into a bit of my God-journey and gave his two cents (in a rap no less) as to where he felt my life was heading. As we hugged goodbye the holy spirit spoke to both of us that THIS WAS IT, but neither of us said anything as I left for Florida. Three weeks went by and in my travels back home Blake picks me up again... this time with a proposal!!!!! And gave me the 28 hour voyage home to ponder if this was the real thing. Lo and behold, it was and we began preparations for me to move out there in 6 months time. 

During those 6 months there was much planning around the time-difference to work in our daily skype conversations, and talks with our pastors and mentors about how to approach this season in the right way... A blessing was that due to our 1/2way across the world physical gap there was no opportunity for "accidental bump-n-grind", it was a solid 6 months of finding each other without the worry of slipping up. My personal convictions in this area were very strong, and as I had promised God not to date until He sent my husband, my heart was to honor that promise and not sleep with this man until he WAS my husband also! A lot easier when you live on the other side of the planet... When we were together a much more difficult mission, and though we knew it was a promise, it still wasn't a gift for that time. It was a struggle, but we managed to get by! The biggest weapon we put in place was COMPANY!!! Not wise to be together on our own late into the night... Lets be honest... And prayer. God gave us the grace to wait... Best gift ever! And now, 6 months into being married, the gift keeps getting better and better!

Its definitely not ALL a fairytale, haha, but the good makes up for the ugly... There is no bad when its a God thing. As hard as days can be, we walk in the knowledge that our God ordained it and blesses us as we walk it out!”

So ladies if you think that lOVE is far away...stay focused on your focus and keep the faith...he may be CLOSER than you Think!

You can download more of Young Chozens music at www.schoolofswagg.com his new "Play Time is Over" features remixes from Rhianna, Eminem, Ludachris and many many more...and believe me it is FFIIIYYYAAA HHOOTT!!! OOHHH WWEE!!!! (young chozen voice) visit his website @ http://www.youngchozen.com/, http://www.facebook.comyoungchozen/ or www.facebook.com/lizzieyoung to connect! Look out for Lizzie's foundation to build young girls into strong women of  31 Status. Cant tell you all the juicy details but I can say theres more Info coming SOON! and I'm excited!

How creative Are You?!...Creativity and Muscles, Commonality?

Creativity and Muscles

    “ Muscles are the functions of a body that produce force and cause motion”.  Muscles produce without thought and are necessary for survival. Creativity relates to the experience of creating something new that has some kind of value. Creativity can keep one healthy and steadily growing, evolving, and changing daily. Creativity clears the mind and excites the soul.

     Just like muscles are essential to the body, creativity is essential to life. There are so many individuals that live life admiring the creativity of another and yet they think this level of creativity is too farfetched for themselves. But this is far from the truth. One can find creativity in the things they love. For one that might be fashion, for another it may be gardening, for someone else it may be writing. But everyone has a bit of creativity wrapped inside, many just don’t take the time to find the key that unlocks the power of their soul.

     It has been said that everyone is inherently creative. There is a level of creativity bubbling inside of us all. It would be more evident if we just stopped to notice and had enough courage to follow through on those thoughts, feelings, visions etc. We are often taught in grade school and so forth to be a certain way and that only a certain type of people are acceptable. But the beauty in life is that everyone brings something different to the table. So spend time discovering self, what you like to do, find your quite place and exercise the gift like muscles need exercise and are essential to the body. Creativity is healthy for the soul as much so as the body need the muscles to survive. They both go hand in hand. So my Question still remains...How creative Are YoU?

Her Story...UnEdited

     I got a text from an old college friend that said something along the lines of, "what did it feel like to give yourself away, how did you change? I think I am ready. I started going to church and I want to be made new"...This was a person that I shared a dorm room with for a year, a girl I watched grow into a woman, someone that has been transformed and I want to share her story with you. To let you know that life is more that partying, smoking, drinking, and living the fast life. There is more to it for me, there is more you it for her, and there is more to it for YOU! Read below and I pray your life is impacted by this story! Felicia Brown I am so proud of you, I know God is proud of you!

Her Story...unedited...

"I used to be a party girl… Not only was I a party girl but I was the girl that felt entitled to straight VIP treatment. I remember when it started for me, I moved back to Atlanta my junior year of college. I ended up taking two years off from school. I made several excuses for why I wasn’t in school but honestly none of them mean much now. I was hanging out with the wrong crowd and no one was telling me “hey you should go back to school and stop partying!” If someone were to have told me, I probably would have laughed it off and not thought much about it.

From 21 to 23, I was addicted to the nightlife. I knew every club/party/event for every night of the week. I had a man that liked me who gave me a “key to the city”… which meant anywhere I wanted to be, I could be. I was hanging out with celebrities and athletes, feeling on top of the world. I had access to anything and anyone. I had no interest in going back to school. I really didn’t work because I had everything taken care of so why work? All I wanted was to be at the next party… When I was 22 going on 23, the nightlife started getting old to me. I liked this guy that was like you need to stay out the clubs it isn’t a good look. So I stopped partying so much but then I started to date the athletes and celebrities. I was flying all over with my home girls and enjoying every minute of it. I did get back in school at that time because I saw my friends from Florida graduating and I felt behind. But when I got back in school, I wasn’t focused because I was hardly ever there and when I was I didn’t take anything seriously.

In 2009 on New Years Eve, I talked to a friend who once flew me out of town and he told me to make sure I go to church to bring my new year in. At that point in my life, I only went to church when I felt like it, which was: Easter and whenever I felt really bad for doing something. I remember I was upset because my boyfriend at that time was cheating on me and I was falling out with my friends because I didn’t want to party anymore. I felt so alone sitting there in the church. The pastor counted down the New Year and told us to hug our family members. I started crying and left while everyone was doing that. I wasn’t speaking to my family because they weren’t approving of everything I had been doing. I only stayed close to my sister because she lived with me.

I wish I could say after that night I changed but I didn’t and things got harder to deal with. In 2010, I started smoking weed and drinking heavier. I smoked the weed to keep me calm and to avoid dealing with all my problems. I started to feel even more alone because my friends that were partying with me were still going out and flying out. My last semester in school, I worked my butt off so I could finish. I graduated and I felt that was the only thing I did right. I was having panic attacks all year. I felt crazy in the thoughts in my head. I was anxious all the time and worrying about everything. By then I was in a relationship with a man that I felt was perfect for me. I thought that things were better because I finished school, I wasn’t partying, and I was dating a great guy. Then he got busy in his career, and I had nothing to do but work. I started feeling so unhappy and I kept telling him, “you aren’t making me happy”. He would just say “give me time, I won’t be so busy in a few weeks” and I was feeling that same loneliness all over again. I mean I was confused because here I am in a relationship with this great guy, why am I so unhappy?

In November 2010, I quit one of my jobs to work full time as a children’s counselor. I started going to church every week. I met an incredible woman who became my leader. I would go to church every week and was there for all the wrong reasons. I was going because I just wanted to know why my relationship wasn’t working and why I wasn’t happy. What was I not doing? I became a member of the church in January of this year. I began to speak to my leader more as well as the pastor’s daughter who shared her testimony with me and I was starting to understand more about myself. I broke up with my boyfriend and every day I fought myself because I didn’t want to but I wasn’t happy. I still wasn’t happy. I wasn’t happy with him and wasn’t happy without him so what was I missing?

I went to an Encounter at my church. We spent the weekend praying and crying. I was skeptical about it because I felt I was not doing anything wrong, what do I have to do all this for? But I wanted to be there because I wanted to heal my broken heart. I prayed for God to show me every bad thing about me. I repeated Psalms 139:23-24 until it came to me. I was lying, fornicating, and most importantly holding grudges against people. Without forgiving people from my past, I was still letting them affect my everyday life. I didn’t even realize I was so angry at my mother for not protecting me or being there for me. I loved men in a way that was only designed to be given to God and my husband. I just wanted love from the man I was with and I didn’t even understand what love meant.

After being baptized, I feel like a completely new person. I have been delivered from unforgiveness, fornication, and anger. I have a second chance to really live my life the right way! The love I was looking for, I found it! I found it in God! I have never felt happier or more alive. I wake up in the morning and praise God for at least an hour for bringing me through those years. God was there for me, even when I didn’t know him or at least pretended not to know him. He was just waiting for me to turn to him for my answers to my questions and not the world. The world was telling me I wasn’t good enough, no man was ever going to love me, and all kinds of negative things. I know now that I am fearfully and wonderfully made! My freshman year in college, my roommate told me “A woman’s heart should be so close to God, he has to seek him to find her”. I never understood that until now. I have given up my life to serve God! He is the only one that matters… He has my heart!

I wanted to take down my pictures on my Facebook because people were making me feel ashamed of my past. Then I realized that I overcame that life and I am in a better place now. I want everyone to see what I was doing and what I went through. When I look at those pictures, I see the girl that was unhappy and alone. I was in a club full of people but I felt like the only one there. A smile that was hiding pain from my childhood, laughs that kept me from crying and only I knew how deep it went. I overcame that pain, hurt, and anger… I am staying on this walk with God because I know where I want to go. God is first in my life in every aspect, I am ready for everything he has in store for me!"

If you have read this and want to know more about being saved and knowing more about a fulfilled life through Christ Jesus please feel free to email me beautifulsongsofadonai@yahoo.com! Once again thank you for stopping by! I hope your life is forever changed or at least impacted in some way ;-)

To be Rich and Royal,

Me

For all my MALES: This ones for YOU!

      Today we have with us guest and long time friend " Magic" ;-).  The world has yet to be blessed with his Creativity and Talent. He is founder of FreeFilms Production. He has studied English and American Literature at New York University and knows his fashion!Magic is a Screen Writer/Model/Actor/Producer/Socialite that resides in Sunny California. See what he has to say about whats NEW in Spring for my GUYS that are into fashion, and those just testing the waters...THIS ONES FOR YOU!

"Fashion fades, Style is eternal" -Yves Saint Laurent

Most guys I know find it hard to step away from their comfort and normal ways of wearing clothes, afraid to experiment with fashion. But it can be interesting and fun if you just loosen up... Fashion is equally artistic as music, theatre, film and paintings. The difference with fashion is, WE LIVE IN IT... which I feel is kinda cool. ;)

SPRING is here and its fine time to toss away the pea coats and heavy sweaters and boots and opt for more of a laid back vibe.

                                                                       

Don't be afraid of a little color, its where the excitement comes into play. If you don't wear color to begin with, don't 'OD' on it. By throwing on a bright, light Henley (V-neck shirt) or your favorite tee with muted slacks or dark denim will be the perfect start for spring. To add that cool relaxed vibe spring/summer warrants, rolling the pant legs just above the ankle and adding a weightless loafer makes you season ready...

                                                                       

                              

                                                                                                  

Clothes that look tailored or sharp on guys makes us look as if we actually thought about out dressing. But if you're into the baggy look its OK, just try to do it in moderation. Say, a pair of baggy jeans could easily be paired with a fitted woven under a vest and a pair of cool sneaks.

When venturing into the unknown of fashion, it can be scary or tricky and to be honest expensive. But there are a ton of places -right under your nose- where you can build your wardrobe at a reasonable price! 

The key to adding new things to your style is CONFIDENCE! That's the BEST accessory....

Well guys, there you have it! Thank You magic for your FASHION input! I'm sure we will be hearing from you again or maybe SEE your NAME IN LIGHTS momentarily! Remember I debuted you FIRST ;-)

When Will we EVER learn: The saga Countinues...

     All that know me know I am a Chris Brown fan, I have been a loyal listener since the Hit Single "Yo"! We all know so much has changed with him. These past few years have been crazy for the Pop Artist. But when is enough going to be enough for him? For those that were tedering the fence and were still fans because of his awesome music might just have picked a side after todays incident. No one is to Judge this young man, but one can only help but wonder, when will he learn. No matter how much talent were blessed with, bad decisions can change ones life forever. So if theres a lesson to take from this...Lets pick the right relationships, have positive influences around us, and "Think before we Do"...its NEVER worth it in the end...My prayers go out to Breezy!
     When I met you back in '09 I should've had a talk with you maybe then you would've gotten it together. The F.A.M.E ablum drops today. Im curious to see after todays episodes how well its going to do...I wonder if his career is over...maybe he really needs to take a BREAK for a few years, get new publicist and a team thats going to revive what everyone think might just be lost...Only God knows the outcome but lets keep breezy lifted...what do you all think? Read Below:

Chris Brown Could Face Charges Following Alleged Violent Outburst at 'Good Morning America'
By Allison McGevna
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Published March 22, 2011

| FoxNews.com

Chris Brown at an event in February, 2011, and a cracked window above the GMA studios on March 22, 2011. (Reuters/FOXNews.com)

Chris Brown could be in trouble with the law once again following an alleged violent outburst at ABC’s “Good Morning America” studios.

Brown, 21, reportedly became enraged Tuesday and smashed a huge plate glass window window after being asked questions about his 2009 domestic violence conviction following the brutal assault of his former girlfriend, pop singer Rihanna.

Brown was interviewed by ABC's Robin Roberts, who asked the singer several questions about Rihanna, and about his new number-one album, “FAME,” including what it stood for.

“Forgiving All My Enemies and Fans Are My Everything,” he said.

Roberts asked who those enemies were, and if Brown understood why some people might see him in a negative light following his assault conviction.

“I’ve been focusing on this album,” Brown said, growing visibly annoyed. “So definitely this album is what I want them to talk about, and not what happened in the past, two years ago.”

Following the interview, the singer reportedly stormed into his dressing room and screamed so loudly that other guests and people backstage called security.

During the fit, Brown smashed an exterior window of his dressing room with a chair, according to multiple reports. The damage to the window was extensive, with the ground below cordoned off due to broken glass fragments. A security guard on the scene told FOX411.com he could not comment on the incident, but was told to monitor the sidewalk to make sure pedestrians would not step on any glass and get hurt.

Brown was photographed leaving the building without his shirt on, reportedly confronting a segment producer before employees stepped in to intervene.

The NYPD said no charges or complaints had yet been filed by ABC or anyone else regarding the alleged early-morning incident. But with Brown still on probation from his 2009 assault conviction, an attorney tells FOX411.com that if he was charged and convicted of a crime, Brown could be facing jail time.

“In the state of New York, criminal mischief is described as intentional damage to property,” Criminal Defense Attorney Thomas Kenniff said. “If the damage exceeds $1,000, it’s a felony charge. If it’s less, it’s a misdemeanor. Either one, however, is criminal and punishable by jail time.”

“If he is still on probation and charged with a criminal offense, the violation would spell jail time,” Kenniff added. “You aren’t going to give someone who violates their probation more probation. A judge would likely give him the alternative sentence, which is jail time.”

ABC did not respond to request for comment about the incident. An email to Brown's rep was not immediately returned.

Sources connected to the production told TMZ that Robin Roberts asked Brown before the interview began if he would be comfortable answering questions about the Rihanna incident, to which he answered yes.

Following the incident, Brown Tweeted, “I’m so over people bring this past s**t up!! Yet we praise Charlie sheen and other celebs for [their] bullsh**t”

Minutes later, he deleted the Tweet, replacing it with “All my fans!!! This album is for you and only you!!! I’m so tired of everyone else!! Honestly!! I love team breezy!!”

pictures compiments of sandrarose.com

Picturs compliments of sandrarose.com

OMG something GOOD REALLY did happen!!!!!

     So I woke up this morning, in not a great mood, but just a good mood. Thankful for life and I gave my day to my father and told Him to have His way. Got dressed and rushed out of the house. My day will begin by working alone, on a Monday, applications to run, angry resident to tend to, and unfamiliar faces with personalities that change on the drop of a dime. I got some bad news, and then some good news, and the day was like a sea saw, up and down. But I fought to remain in my happy place.

     I reminded my self that I am more than a conqueror, that God had me on Him mind no matter what the outside looked like. I had a few weak moments of  "nothing really good ever happens to me" and my questions of  "God where are you" I was sowing, giving my last to bless others, I was being faithful, but what about me...I was reminded by a VERY good friend of mine all the blessings that I had, and immediately was whipped back into shape. Sometimes even the strongest need a reminder.

     As a physical act of my inward belief, I posted a status on FB that said "Something good is going to happen to me today, something Really Really Good" to be honest it was totally against everything that I FELT on the inside. So anyways, to jump the gun a bit...I have been paying on this Singers Confidence Sewing Machine for about a year now. When I first put it on layaway it was $299.99. Every chance I got Whether it was 5 dollars or 20 I would put SOMETHING down on it. The sales person called me constantly like "ma'am are you planning on picking up your machine, its been on layaway for ever" then I would just go and put my 5 or 10 dollars.

     So today as I was leaving the mall (just doing some window shopping at a few of my favorite stores...shouts out to LOVES CREATION and LOVE SHACK in the Sanford Mall which I visit once every two weeks) I got an unexpected call that will forever change my life. The message says and I quote "Hi Sasha this is Sharon from Vikings Sewing Gallery, you have had a generous sponsor that has PAID OFF your NEW MACHINE in FULL, you may now come pick up your machine, thank you".

     We drove there SOOOO fast, I got there at exactly 9pm, ran to the back and immediately broke out in tears, said thank you God because He heard my silent cry. He knew I needed His love today, and in this very way he tells me, "be still my daughter and know that I am God" to some this may not mean much but to me this means the world and whoever that Generous Donor was I thank you with my whole heart. Thank you for allowing God to bless me and do it through you, thank you for your obedience. I WILL PAY IT FORWARD and that is my PROMISE!

     If your out there today and you were like me wondering why nothing REALLY good happens to you...keep sowing, keep being faithful, keep encouraging yourself and something GOOD WILL HAPPEN FOR YOU!

Blessings Always,

Sasha!

Happily Married: 26 Years!!! In Style then and NOW! ;-)

So if your like me you aspire to be married one day...to find the love of your life, the one that God had hidden FOR you and nor FROM you. The Clyde to your Bonnie, The  Batman to Your Robin....you get the point The Obama to your Michelle...You have dreamed about your prince charming, pre-planned your wedding or sorta kinda thought about it, and are patently waiting for his arrival...or maybe not so patiently depending on who you are ;-) But today we are going to celebrate a good 26 years of Marriage of a couple that I hold dear to my heart. Mr. and Ms. Dexter and Stephanie Jernigan....Today Stephanie answers some great questions, gives advice, and gives hope to the Lady or Gentleman in Waiting...


"My husband and I met on the job, we worked together at a home for the elderly in the kitchen, we dated for 8 months before we married, which was 26 years ago today, March 16th. I knew he was the one when I asked him one day "what does the future hold for us and he said he wanted to marry me". We have managed to stay together because we decided that divorce was never an option for us. The key to a successful marriage is to allow the other person to be themselves but grow together. One important thing about keeping the sparks alive is to not wait on your spouse to start the spark. We have been blessed with three wonderful daughters, three amazing granddaughters, and our first grandson. We praise God for the 26 years that He has given us and the 126 to come. Is this OK?"


Yes Stephanie that was PERFECT and there you have it....the keys to a successful marriage. Ladies and Gents stay ENCOURAGED, focused, and prayerful that the one that God has for you will be here when the timing is right...stay wrapped in him, so the man that is seeking you will find you and you both will be doing the same thing...going after the heart of the ONE that loves you both the MOST. That way you won't be better halves, but BETTER WHOLES! 

Stephanie and Dexter 26 years ago to the Present...To my Prince Charming...I cant wait for Photos like this 
;-)

Stay Tuned for our next Featured Couple...It might be you, or someone you know...If you'd like to see a couple featured, share their story, or wish them a Happy Anniversary please email beautifulsongsofadonai@yahoo.com

The Tailored Look: Class, Sophistication, Strength!!!

     There is nothing cleaner on a woman in my opinion than a classily tailored dress. The Couture of old had the best idea of what it meant to be a woman, a woman of confidence, strength, and poise. Anyone that knows me knows that I love anything vintage. What I love about Vintage is the fact that it makes you feel like a woman, and when wearing anything vintage one must carry herself with respect, respect for the ones that have gone before her, respect for design when it was pure, real, and designers like Ms. Chanel, Charles Worth (father of Haute Couture), and Balenciaga meant business.

     The tailor dress or suit was done exclusively for the individual wearing the garment, hence the word "tailored" meaning 'Custom Made'….except now you can get the look for less…

This look is great for a dinner party, a night on the town, From 9-5 and beyond….Today I bring you…

The Tailored Look: Class, Sophistication, Strength!!!...

NEVER forget to be a QUEEN

I attended a womens event yesterday and the hostess introduced the event by reciting this portion of Oprahs speech to the graduates of  Spelman College...I pray this inspires you as much as it did me...

BE A QUEEN!!

"Be a queen. Dare to be different. Be a pioneer.

Be a leader. Be the kind of woman who in the face

of adversity will continue to embrace life and walk

fearlessly toward the challenge. Take it on!

Be a truth seeker and rule your domain, whatever it is-

your home, your office, your family-with loving in your heart.

Be a queen. Be tender. Continue to give birth to new

ideas and rejoice in your womanhood... My prayer is

that we will stop wasting time being mundane

and mediocre... We are daughters of God-here to teach

the world how to love...

It doesn’t matter what you’ve been through, where

you come from, who your parents are-nor your

social or economic status. None of that matters. What

matters is how you choose to love, how you choose to

to express that love through your work, through your family,

through what you have to give to the world...

Be a queen. Own your power and your glory!"

Thank you Oprah for your inspiration...I will Love God and Love people! I will continue to Dream and be Innovative...I hope you decide the same!

Just a Friendly Mid-Day reminder

There were two videos that caught my attention today. During the while card round on American Idol last week each contestant was asked to sing a song and by the judges critique they would be eliminated along with Americas vote. When I got to work the next morning my co-worker was ranting and raving about this young man. So of course I had to see this for myself. I remember this song being the song that got me through anxiety attacks, hardships, and gave me so much faith. I am so happy that he chose this song. So many forget at that level to include God and this was such a bold move for him to declare the name of the Lord like that! He KILT (yes i meant to spell it that way) it!!!! Remember we cant do any thing on our own and im reminded "that i need him right away"!

Another Video I'd like to share with you comes from the movie Pursuit of Happines. Anyone that watched this move was NOT the same after! Point.Blank.Period. And i'm reminded today not to let anyone tell me NO. The only person that is standing in the way of me and my destiny is SELF! And the same goes for you! So today….make a decision not to let anyone tell you no…if you can dream it you can do it, your dreams have power and you are the only one along with the anointing of God that can bring them to pass. Connect, reflect, and MOVE….”Aint no stopping us now” to all my go-getters…this ones for you!

Enjoy,

Sash

{Beautiful Butterfly Pure as Gold}

Beautiful Butterfly, Pure as Gold!

      I decided to take my workout outside for a walk the other day because it was so beautiful and I just “so happened” to browse through my news feed on facebook. I came across this verse and it spoke directly to my heart so I thought I’d share and I hope it touches yours too…Journey with me     

    We all have gone through things we thought we would never get out of or never overcome. Whatever your fire is I have had many situations of my own, so much so that I could not see the end of my tunnel more less the light. I bet some of you even now are facing the toughest of times, and if you are not, you don’t have to go too far to find someone who is. As disturbing as it may seem, it’s the process of life.

    However we are reminded in 1 Peter 1:7-9, though we are going through the fire we are coming out purified like gold, and we are so much more precious than that. The key to remaining in faith is to look outside of your situation and “see” the day that everything will be alright. When I am facing a trial or a difficult time, I simply remind myself that God thinks the BEST of me, and what I am facing like everything else I’ve gone through is only temporary and that a good work is being complete in me. God is working on my mind, my heart, my will, and emotions and I will come out stronger because of it.

     You must keep your faith. In your faith is LIFE. Remember that salvation is the end goal and you WILL be happy and live life as God intended no matter what your present situation looks like. So don’t give up, keep your words positive, surround yourself with faith filled people and pray continuously. Break through is the closest when you feel like you’re about to take your last breath, like you can’t take life and the walls around you are caving in. Don’t pull the plug, you are being recharged and you’re coming out GOLD. Tell your soul to be still and wait patiently (remaining the same) for the Lord.

     In order for a butterfly to get out of the cocoon it uses its mouth, your words and your confession is what gets you from one place to another, you must not only think faith, but speak faith. Know just like the butterfly in the cocoon there is a work of beauty being done. Just like the Butterfly is beyond beautiful when the process is complete so will the same be for you, not only will you be complete but God will get the glory from your situation. Your Precious and you are coming out purified like GOLD. Every day and in every way, things are getting better and better, don’t forget it!

Reference:

1 Peter 1:7-9 (message bible)

Pure Gold in the fire comes out of it proved pure; genuine faith put through this suffering comes out proved genuine. When Jesus wraps this all up, it is your faith, not your gold that God will have on display as evidence of his victory. You never saw him, yet you love him. You still don’t see him, yet you trust him-with laughter and singing, because you kept on believing, you’ll get what you’re looking forward to: total salvation.

Spring Forward while Bringing back the PAST! From their Runway to Yours!!

 

   Winter is just about gone and spring is almost here and I know all my Fashionistas are waiting to see what’s hot and what’s not…well my trusty friends at fashionising.com put me up on “game” ;-). For all those that know me, know I’m in love with anything vintage. And to hear that the 70’s style is back and were calling it “70’s glamour”!!!, made my SPRING! Here’s sneak peak from the run way to your closet for cheap!

“Sophisticated 70s woman”: to achive add any fun silk blousy shirt with a pair of low or high waisted wide leg pants and your fav pair of wedges, and dont forget the skinny belt ;-) even add a tailored blazer for Sophisticate-fun...

“70’s Night Glam” to achive: your fav romper and cutest cardigan or your favorite long silky gown with draping, low necks with a cute t-underneath, paired with a cute pair of wedges, gladiator sandals, or a pair of heel to-live-for...find the look for less... ;-)

     

     So whether your looking for something sophisticated or funky for night time fun, don’t forget to pair with your cutest accessories and a fun clutch purse. For more runway styles/trends please visit fashionising.com!

Stay tuned for more fashion trends and tips!

For your fashionista questions send emails to beautifulsongsofadonai@yahoo.com and check back for your response

Style Inspiration:

http://www.fashionising.com/

http://www.fashionising.com/

Love Always,

Sash