Blonde, Sweat & Wine

It's been almost 6 months since I last posted and things have significantly changed... About 2 weeks ago, Michael and I decided to go our separate ways. A decision that is for the best and I wish him nothing but happiness. But, with any relationship, comes the lessons and growth of moving on. I could say so many negative things but that would only show bad character and prove nothing so I just pick up and grow. In my last post, I mentioned the upcoming 3-0 and how nervous I am about it. See, when I was in my early twenties I envisioned something completely different when I got to this point and I think the hardest part is accepting my current reality. It's not bad, just different than I thought it would be. So, instead of marriage and children, I'm focusing on independence and success. My current goal is to be completely happy and content with every aspect of my life, basically that cliche of falling in love with yourself. Of course, I still want romance and a family bu...

"We should balance every negative interaction with 10 positive ones." Since my last post, I've hit a negative wall and let it consume all of me. I'm ashamed to say all the work I did in the past months went down the drain when I allowed myself to lose focus and gain attention of negativity surrounding me. Shameful as I feel it may be, I have realized it, over analyzed it way too much, and now have decided to get off my prideful steed and face it all head on. Bradley's job is a blessing, to have a hard working man who does all he does to build our life and future is a God send. Sometimes, I get very selfish and want him to be where I want him when I want him to be. This is quite laughable. If you know either Brad or myself, you know we are an interesting breed. We are very similar hence why we have chosen each other. The differences, however, stem from my sensitivity and his lack thereof. I am more off the wall where he is more grounded. He is secure in his feeli...

Celebrating my 28th birthday this week was the easiest, most relaxing birthday yet! Last weekend I ventured back to my ole stompin' grounds to visit my family and babe arrived just in time celebrate on the actual day! My work family gave me the day off, I was too afraid to ask since I literally just started but they are too sweet and suggested it! I had the kindest words left on voicemail, on my Instagram and "wall" on Facebook, and best texts sent from loved ones, your birthday definitely makes you feel loved! Being one more year closer to the usually dreaded 30th, I realized that I'm actually looking forward to being initiated into the "dirty thirty" club! The older I get, the more my tastes are refined, my goals are more defined, and I find quality people to spend my precious time with. The beau decided he was going to play a little trick on me. If you know Brad and I individually and as a couple, you know we are one of a kind. We aren't the PDA-ob...