I Came 2 Win

Life is full of so many obstacles. This year alone( and it's only June 15th), I've taken quite a few blows but I've always found the strength to keep going. On most days, where it would've been easy to wallow in my pity, I would hear my son's voice or my daughter would text me and instantly I was reminded why I have to keep going. 

Saturday evening, a sister friend invited a few of us to the ColorFest 5k. Although we arrived later than expected, we were still able to get in FREE and participate.  I must admit, this has been one of the best "Me Time" breaks in a while. I can honestly say, I've truly enjoyed doing what I want, eating what I want( I haven't gone to the supermarket since the kids left) and sleeping in late. 

Saturday night was a reminder that, I may not have everything I want but what I need is always provided in abundance.  As I watched the people around me and jumped up and down to the " What's up what's up", it hit me: Life is good. If I continue to press, stay Optimistic, support others and go after my dreams, one day I'll have it ALL. 

Love, Peace and Happiness surround me daily but I have to chose to allow them to manifest in my life. 

Today lovely people, accept what you cannot change and choose to Live your life happy and in color. 

So what it didn't work, so what you had to cry, so what you have a Buick instead of a Benz. You're here and ALIVE. 

I've Come to Win and losing will never ever be an option.. I challenge you, 2 Live!! 

Signed, 

Ms. Sunshine 

But it's Good For You...

My kids are gone for 3 weeks. I won't lie, within the 1st hour I wanted to drive back to my momm and get them. But I didn't. I'm a single parent and breaks come few and far in between. I made up in my mind to enjoy this time. Who knows when I'll be afforded the opportunity again.

Lastnight/ This morning... Sheesh where do I begin? I was hungry( since my kids aren't here I'm not pressed to go food shopping) I mean hella hungry. I thought to myself, it's the perfect time to get the girls together. We made a few detours and ended up at Fellini's Pizzeria on Peachtree. I know, kinda late to be eating a slice but oh well. We grabbed a table outside and the pettyNess began. 

I always say, being in Atlanta has afforded me the opportunity to meet great people but everyone is NOT a sisterfriend. These 3 though are the best. I'm glad we sat outside because the four walls could not contain the amount of hollering and laughter that went on. Petty pictures, petty names, petty posts. Yup, that's what we do( if you're not following me on Instagram I'm CheNeka T. Hobbs) 

I'm glad they all know my children and allowed me to talk about them for a brief second( I'm the only one with kids) but chile after I got it out my system, the conversation went straight south. When it's a bunch of women and 1 male( hey Marq) Sex is bound to come up. I must admit, it's good to have a guy's perspective when talking. You may hear some crazy stuff AND stuff you don't want to hear when you have a son but it's all good. 

Talking about sex is so risqué at times but it's a natural conversation. You're either getting it or you're not. And I know this comment may get back lash but if you're going to do wrong, you might as well enjoy it! And let's not forget about 

C-O-O-K-I-E-S..... A blog for another day, shrugs

Being around good people, food and a good beverage is ALWAYS good for the soul. I'm a bit sluggish this am because I haven't hung out that late ( I got in bed after 3AM, I think) in a while but it was well worth it.. 

So listen up, my kids will be gone for 3 weeks and I don't mind driving! Lol

I'm here for the fun and late nights. They make me happy. Call me, shoot a text, email me, leave a message. I'm here for it ALL and I want to live a little... Lol I mean it isssssss, " Summer, Summer, Summer Time"...( yessss Fresh Prince). 

Signed, 

A Momm on Summer Break 

 

Be Well Put Together...

I. Love. Clothes. My style is a bit different but I love putting things together and putting them on. Mommy hood does not allow me to splurge as I once did but I'm learning, when I purchase a piece it must be durable and can be worn more than one way. 

I've found a new love for African print skirts. I purchased my 1st 2 around Easter and was given this special one this weekend. Miche is wonderful and her styles are beyond amazing. 

I Do NOT have the patience to sit and sew but I'll happily purchase and support someone who does. I never understood why custom pieces are so expensive until I went to Miche's home to pick up my skirts. Not only did she have skirts but Blazers, Dresses, Kids Wear and pants. I cannot began to tell you how happy I am about the pants that will soon be available. 

Clothes make me happy. They do not make me, I make them! 

Signed, 

I'm so Fly!!