CurlyGirl. BigWorld.

Good Morning World I just finished my morning prayer and reflecting over my life and so many amazing experiences.  Some good. Some bad. But amazing just the same. I say that because I don't know about you but I've always been an active person and as a kid an active "little" person. So being bored would always creep up from time to time. I suppose that is why I've always loved traveling, learning and meeting people. I suppose my ability to embrace change, other cultures and out-of-box thinking and living was also the thing that made me different from my small town upbringing. As a child I always tried to fit in and be a part of the pack. I tried to blend in into the wall if I could but that was not to be and trust me when I say I tried. I laugh at the thought now as I am coming into my own. I say this in the present tense because I believe as long as we are alive and truly LIVE we never stop growing, learning and becoming who we are meant to be. I embrace ...

Good Morning World! This is my first post for 2016. What have I been up to? Sooo much. My intent at the end of the year was to get you caught up on all my 2015 adventures however, I have to admit I've been living life had not been dedicated to recording it. However in true fashion I always come back to you because I always feel the need to share. It is my hope that you are living in abundance, love, peace and joy as you read this. This morning I wanted to share a couple quick thoughts I had. You know in addition to my travel side I also am a thinker and these are some thoughts I had when reading a verse in the Bible today. I don't know what or if you have any beliefs in a higher power but regardless I do hope it helps you as much as these thoughts helped me. 1 Thessalonians 1:8 "The Lord’s message rang out from you not only in Macedonia and Achaia—your faith in God has become known everywhere. Therefore we do not need to say anything about it.." When reading this ...

Dear World,   I must get you caught up on all my summer time shenanigans. Oh my! I feel as if I have neglected you again. Bad girl!!   You can rest assured regardless of the radio silence life has been anything but silent. First off, my concert filled spring opened the door to a carefree summer effortlessly. Summer just glided in my life like an expensive pair of pantyhose. So yeah. That was me. Going into the summer feeling good and expecting to enjoy every minute of it.   My first summer stop was fight night in Birmingham, Alabama. By the way, with Alabama as my home you will see many mini excursions and treasures on my page from my home state.  Getting back to the story, current heavyweight champion and native Alabamian, Deontay Wilder was set to fight Eric Molina at Bartow Arena in June.  It was my first professional fight and surprisingly exceeded my expectations. I know. I know.  A fi...

Dear World,   Guess what I've figured out. I am an artist! I know that sounds like an unusual discovery for someone to make. I mean, don't you just know???? Well, let me explain.   I've always had a soft place in my heart for all things art. I grew up singing in the church and school choirs.  Spent countless days getting lost in creating song lyrics, various paintings and drawings still exhibited throughout my family's home.  At some point, I developed a strong passion for writing and now have a collection of poetry, short stories and even now trying my hand at book. I took acting classes in college and was even encouraged by my thespian instructors to make the leap from the conservative Political Science major to the arts.  The optimistic realist in me stayed on course.  Nevertheless, I continued to learn.  I learned how to make jewelry and was taught at an early age to sew many beautiful creations by...

Dear World,   I want you all to know that I have THE most amazing friends. Maybe it's luck or that I'm simply blessed but I am thankful. I do not see or speak to them all as often as I would like but when we get together or have the opportunity to communicate it is as if we have never skipped a beat. These individuals are my heartbeat and they encourage me, challenge me and inspire me.   From time to time I will share with you the latest of a series of conversations I have with those closest to me. With their permission of course. This is a snippet of an experience one of my friends told me I could share. As with all lessons,especially those of others I always try to learn something from them. I hope this proves to be as interesting for you as it is for me. Maybe someone out there cam relate.   "Patience and Contractors" I've had many dealings with contractors and if you learn one thing it's that you need to have an abundance, let me say that ag...

Dear World, Let me share with you some of my recent shenanigans.  Will try to take more pictures next time but I'm sure you get the gist-I had FUN!!!    Enjoy! Curly Girl   Let the fun begin!!!  Interesting sights, sounds, clothing and those individuals with the lack of some lining the streets for a good time.      The cutest vehicle on the block.   Young lady catching a ride....SMH.     Up early catching a little history #historynerd     Days are always better with brunch and mimosas.  Yummy!!!   Street Art is always cool   Memphis in May a.k.a Mini-Coachella Concerts were awesome and met some amazing people!!!   Missed the moving lunch cart.  Another day of walking and seeing the sights.   After a fun-filled weekend exhausted is an understatement!!!! Memphis was a gre...

Hello World, Today is an awesome day and I have much to be thankful for!  I've been on a gratitude journey journaling my days and I must admit it has been a challenge but very rewarding.  I am sharing this fact because I do not want to give the false impression that everything is going perfectly or has been perfect these days.  In fact, there are many things I could complain about like the perils of being a homeowner and having to learn more than I should about repairing, plumbing, and owning more tools than men I know.  However, I can look at this situation and say that I am thankful because I am blessed to say I have a home.  It's not just a house but a home that I am proud of and is mine.  To add, I found out that I am pretty awesome at repair work.  Who knew?  I would not have known unless there was a need to repair.  This is just an example but I could complain about many aspects o...