We receive hate, lies, injustice, and death. But We receive hate, lies, injustice, and death. 

But we deserve joy.

So many of us are reaching new levels of exhaustion because of the continued attacks on our community by those who are being paid to protect us. There are some days where our situation feels impossible. On those days, please take the time out to do one small thing that brings you joy. As Black people, we have to experience and carry so much trauma while living in this country. But we deserve joy. We deserve joy.
I’ve been spending every free moment chasing gor I’ve been spending every free moment chasing gorgeous blooms. I know they don’t last long so I’m trying to enjoy them as much as a can while they are here. It’s a great reminder to live in the moment and enjoy your life right now.
Lately I’ve been meditating, manifesting, and do Lately I’ve been meditating, manifesting, and doing a little bit of yoga before I even get out of bed. Yes, you heard that right, I do bed yoga. Doing these simple things before I leave the comfort of my bed have really been helping me feel like I can take on anything during the day. Do you do anything special in the morning that makes you feel more equipped to handle the day?
I’m so happy that the weather is consistently co I’m so happy that the weather is consistently cooperating and we can get out to explore more! I’m usually a homebody but being stuck inside this past winter has really made me appreciate every good weather day so much more than I ever have before. The best thing about being in a new city is that everything is new to me so even staying close to home feels like an adventure.
Drinking my way through Orlando with all the best Drinking my way through Orlando with all the best teas!🧋
Home is whenever I’m with you. 🤍🍵 @qreatec Home is whenever I’m with you. 🤍🍵 @qreatecoffee
Happy first day of spring! Most of the blooms aren Happy first day of spring! Most of the blooms aren’t out yet in the DC area but that didn’t stop us from spending every moment we could outside today. I am SO happy that winter is officially over and I can’t wait to twirl around under cherry blossoms in a few weeks.
Happy Gotcha Day @valkyrieambrosonokeefe! I truly Happy Gotcha Day @valkyrieambrosonokeefe! I truly don’t know how we would have made it through this year without you! You are the sweetest, happiest, cuddliest dog ever. 🤍🐾
Just out here searching for spring! It was here fo Just out here searching for spring! It was here for a minute but it disappeared! Here’s hoping I see weather in the 70’s (or at least the 60’s) sometime soon. 🌿🌤🌺
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Friday I'm In Love · July 18, 2014

Friday I’m In Love

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Things have been a little quiet around here lately for two reasons. The first is that my grandfather had triple bypass surgery a few weeks ago and that definitely turned my world upside down for a few weeks. One day, everything was presumably alright and the next, he was being rushed to a hospital that specializes in cardiology for an emergency surgery. As you can imagine, I was not doing very well with the idea of my 85 year old grandfather, who helped raise me in my father’s absence, going through a surgery in which his heart would be taken out of his body. For weeks I spent most of my time at the hospital, with family, and keeping up with photography clients. There was no extra room in my schedule for blogging. I am so grateful to be able to say that he successfully made it through the surgery and is now at a rehab facility that is helping him relearn some of the things that a major surgery can make very difficult. Also, the facility is much closer to my home so my daily visits have become a lot easier!

The other reason is one that has been in the works for a long time. Although I pushed my initial launch date back a week because of my grandfather’s surgery, once he had made it through successfully I decided to celebrate life by pushing forward with my dream. On June 30th, I launched Equal and Forever, a wedding blog that highlights the journeys of LGBT* couples as they venture from engagement to the aisle. I’m working with an amazing team on this project and I can’t wait to share all the amazing things we have in store. My good friend, Angel recently sent me a text to tell me that the Equal and Forever blog looks great which is exactly what you want to hear from your talented designer friend! Even though I do love the site now, we are looking forward to having it redesigned by Bobbi from Ready to Blog so that we can add some new elements to the blog while still keeping the clean, uncluttered look we have now. If you love equality as much as I do, I would love for you to check out Equal and Forever and follow us on facebook, twitter, instagram, pinterest, and google +.

Now that we have discussed my absence, let’s get into what I currently love this Friday, shall we?

 

Travel

Mat Devine hilariously compares NYC and LA.

How powerful is your passport?

A list of 52 places to go in 2014. Feel free to bring me with you!

If you are looking for some interesting travel locations in the United States, check out this list.

I’m having a great time following along with Lauren’s summer trip adventures on social media! I wish I was there! (Although not necessarily on the skywalk!)

 

Let’s hear it for the girls.

Lego to release female scientist figurines.

Sheryl Sandberg on equal pay.

A transgender women talks about the challenges of dating.

Female entrepreneurship is on the rise.

 

Business.

Five habits of people with remarkable willpower.

Seven secrets to designing a business that gives you ultimate flexibility.

A great infographic on using social media for your business.

 

Celebrate. 

Bobbi created the perfect low-key birthday.

Meli shares her recipe for Vegan Cinnamon Sugar Ice Cream.

I’m planning a bridal shower next year for my best friend and I am already getting excited about ideas!

Sarah’s recepie for No-Cook Cookie Butter Ice Cream.

Guacamole is always my go to for any party or event!

 

Random.

Summer blogging tips from Studio 404.

The personal assistant that never stops working.

Quickly unwind from stress.

Tom Felton is definitely one of my favorites from the Harry Potter films.

Any version of Ryan Reynolds is a good version if you ask me.

 

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We receive hate, lies, injustice, and death. But We receive hate, lies, injustice, and death. 

But we deserve joy.

So many of us are reaching new levels of exhaustion because of the continued attacks on our community by those who are being paid to protect us. There are some days where our situation feels impossible. On those days, please take the time out to do one small thing that brings you joy. As Black people, we have to experience and carry so much trauma while living in this country. But we deserve joy. We deserve joy.
I’ve been spending every free moment chasing gor I’ve been spending every free moment chasing gorgeous blooms. I know they don’t last long so I’m trying to enjoy them as much as a can while they are here. It’s a great reminder to live in the moment and enjoy your life right now.
Lately I’ve been meditating, manifesting, and do Lately I’ve been meditating, manifesting, and doing a little bit of yoga before I even get out of bed. Yes, you heard that right, I do bed yoga. Doing these simple things before I leave the comfort of my bed have really been helping me feel like I can take on anything during the day. Do you do anything special in the morning that makes you feel more equipped to handle the day?
I’m so happy that the weather is consistently co I’m so happy that the weather is consistently cooperating and we can get out to explore more! I’m usually a homebody but being stuck inside this past winter has really made me appreciate every good weather day so much more than I ever have before. The best thing about being in a new city is that everything is new to me so even staying close to home feels like an adventure.
Drinking my way through Orlando with all the best Drinking my way through Orlando with all the best teas!🧋
Home is whenever I’m with you. 🤍🍵 @qreatec Home is whenever I’m with you. 🤍🍵 @qreatecoffee
Happy first day of spring! Most of the blooms aren Happy first day of spring! Most of the blooms aren’t out yet in the DC area but that didn’t stop us from spending every moment we could outside today. I am SO happy that winter is officially over and I can’t wait to twirl around under cherry blossoms in a few weeks.
Happy Gotcha Day @valkyrieambrosonokeefe! I truly Happy Gotcha Day @valkyrieambrosonokeefe! I truly don’t know how we would have made it through this year without you! You are the sweetest, happiest, cuddliest dog ever. 🤍🐾
Just out here searching for spring! It was here fo Just out here searching for spring! It was here for a minute but it disappeared! Here’s hoping I see weather in the 70’s (or at least the 60’s) sometime soon. 🌿🌤🌺
Happy Monday! Welcome to a new week. If last week Happy Monday! Welcome to a new week. If last week wasn’t your favorite, thankfully we have a new one. This week I’m looking forward to John’s birthday, Valkyrie’s gotcha day, and St. Patrick’s Day! What are you looking forward to this week?

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