Am I bougie?

I thought this video was hilarious.

http://verysmartbrothas.com/sht-bougie-black-girls-say-the-video/

Health and Happiness :)

Cooper River Bridge in Charleston SC

Its official! Me and my girls are running the Cooper River Bridge Run in March. I am very excited! Cooper River Bridge is a beautiful 6 mile race in the city of Charleston, SC. Its one of the many races on my bucket list. I've heard the race route is beautiful.


In light of our new race goal I thought I would quickly mention winter time running. I have always been more of a spring/fall runner. In extreme temperatures I tend to go indoors. This year I have decided to take my running a little more seriously and gear up for cold weather running. I really have no excuse.. seeing that North Carolina has mild winters.

Alright folks! So this is what you need for winter time running:

- Long running tights! These are must. Shorts are a no go.
- GLOVES!! Oh yeah.. These are a must have as well.
- Good insulated running jacket. These can be expensive. Major investment.
- NEVER Be Afraid to Layer. Sometimes I have tights on tights on tights :)
- ear muffs can be helpful too
- A good hat!

Here I am in my new running gear :)

This jacket was Christmas purchase. It cost me 70 dollars. I compared  products and went to quite a few stores. Its nike. Has a spot for my keys. Its insulated. Plus I love the color!

My new running kicks! My favorite brand Mizzuno. Courtesy of my mom :)  These have $100 value. Lucky my mom got them as a gift. YES! 

My new women's running glove! I love these things!!! Fit well. Look sleek with my jacket :)

I love the little spot for my key :) Gloves $12 (on clearance)

Stay Fly! Running in the winter is possible! Surprisingly it is not too bad! Esp if you live in NC. :)

Andrew Young at UNC

ANDREW YOUNG AT UNC!


This is very exciting! Andrew Young is coming to UNC to give the annual MLK lecture. 


As a young girl in Atlanta I have always been proud of Andrew Young and his efforts for civil rights. He was a civil rights activist, leader and also a past mayor of Atlanta. Many people do not know that Andrew young led a historical march in St. Augustine Florida where he was brutally beat for leading the march.  Now St. Augustine has erected a memorial to honor his efforts in their city. Let's not forget it was only so long ago that we had to be beaten for our "freedom." 


Walk with your head held high, speak with confidence and passion. Everyday. 




Andrew Young speaks about marching in St. Augustine: http://staugustine.firstcoastnews.com/news/people/civil-rights-activist-andrew-young-remembers-beating-st-augustine/54595

my new favorite conditioner

To my peeps on team natural!!

My friend Cydney put me on this inexpensive conditioner that is great for your hair. I love it. Its cheapo, smells good and leaves your hair feeling good.

step 1: use a little to detangle hair

step 2: leave a little in your hair, no need to rinse all of it out.

step 3: style as usual // if you need to deep condition your hair.. do that first then use aussie moist.

Team Natural All Day Everyday :)

Moving Forward

I love this song. Moving ahead in 2012 :)

My Prayer for 2012

Dear Heavenly Father,

Thank you for a wonderful 2011. 2011 was filled with laughter, tears, challenges, triumphs, adventures, travel, time with family, love and happiness.

As I enter 2012 I know that you are with me every step of the way. As always God I have a few things that I am asking for and I hope that you will see my best this year.

This year God I am shedding the blankets of loneliness and chasing after you and only you. I will be thirsty for the completeness of Jesus Christ and realize that true Joy will come from you. I ask that you keep my eye on you. I know You are tired of my lukewarm ways and mediocrity. It is through this open letter that I am reaffirming my faith and know that through you the things not yet seen will become seen.

Thank you God for what is to come in 2012. Its the year of the MD. Through the opportunities that you have provided I will finally reach this goal. My growth as a physician God I am laying in front of you. My dreams are BIG! I know you hear them and see them. Help me to realize that my career will not complete me like you can. It will come with days of sorrow and pain but it is also my chance on this earth to make a difference and Love thy neighbor which you did tell me to do. God remind me of my competitive nature and please do not allow it to be an obstacle to my goals or relationships with my colleagues. Wherever I end up may I find friends and a family to grow with. I also ask for a moment of true peace and stillness before intern year. May I find myself spiritually, mentally and physically restored before a new challenge begins.

Thank you God for my family. I ask you to continue to bless them. I pray for my mother's health, my father's health, my brother's ambition and focus, thank you for my grandparents and everyone else that prays for me, cheers for me and encourages me to not give up. I love my family and am SO BLESSED to have their love every day. Your kindness to allow me to know the love of a family is truly appreciated.

Laughter, peace, growth and joy are at the center of my spirit for 2012. If someone met me and did not feel those things coming from my soul.. God please forgive me. I surrender pessimism, negative thoughts and sadness. It will not be easy but one day at a time, one step at a time I will look to you in 2012.

My God is mighty. Taking a little girl from Stone Mountain and given me great opportunities in 2012. May I continue to find completeness in my Heavenly Father and walk closer to my Savior.


In Jesus' name
AMEN

Colossions 2:10
and you are complete in Him, who is the head of all principality and power.