tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77031083972324961322024-03-13T09:26:45.855-07:00Beyond The BoulevardThe life, mind, and musings of urban fashionista, Kameron Simpson.Kameronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11197797776454997633noreply@blogger.comBlogger38125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7703108397232496132.post-60137827625457958112014-08-18T10:52:00.000-07:002014-08-19T10:52:47.201-07:00#ModestMonday Style Feature<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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A few weeks ago, a lovely gal by the name of Keyshana from the <a href="http://www.stylesfromgrace.com/modestmonday.html" target="_blank">Styles From Grace blog</a> reached out to me to be featured on the #ModestMonday section of the site! Even though I love fashion, I guess I never looked at myself as a role model for modesty. Yet throughout the interview, I realized that modesty in how you dress is just a reflection of your character as a woman.</div>
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So head over to <a href="http://www.stylesfromgrace.com/modestmonday.html" target="_blank">Styles From Grace</a> to check out the full interview and let me know what you think!</div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">"half human x half sheep" tee - <a href="http://www.halfhumanhalfsheep.com/" target="_blank">Sheeplife</a> | denim shirt - walmart | plaid skirt - forever 21 | plaid flat sneakers - target</span></div>
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<span style="text-align: start;">The fact that today, I've been married for one year already is mind blowing. Where the heck did the time go?! I felt like it was just yesterday that we said our "I do's" and now here we are, one year in. Yesterday, one of our friends asked us how has it been being married so far, because he said he always hears the first year is the hardest. Kevin and I looked at each other and laughed, because that's definitely not us.</span></div>
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<span style="text-align: start;">If Kev and I didn't have our relationship with Jesus, I'm pretty certain that we wouldn't have even made it to the altar, let alone be married. While we have encountered challenges and tests of faith with our family and finances, I know that because we are fully dependent upon God, He has been faithful to keep us at peace in our minds and in our relationship rather than being at each other's throats. Though we're only one year in, there's been so much that I have been learning about my husband and about myself, so I thought it be fitting to share 5 things I've learned from being a newlywed--and of course, showing you all some flat out </span><i style="text-align: start;">fabulous</i><span style="text-align: start;"> wedding photos!</span></div>
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<i><b>1. Rather than trying to change your husband, let God change you.</b></i></div>
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Sheesh. This is one of the most major areas God has--and still is--shaping my heart in. I've realized that a lot of the unrealistic expectations I've placed on my husband come from the places where I'm unwilling to challenge myself. I've had to learn that I cannot expect someone to be or do something that I myself am not first willing to do. From being more affectionate to organization and cleanliness or even the time I spend with God, these are areas that I need to push myself in being better at rather than looking to my husband to pull all of the weight. God helped me to recognize that thinking that way is actually selfish, and doesn't really help my relationship but puts unnecessary strain on things. So rather than giving my husband the stank eye when the dishes pile up or clothes are thrown everywhere, I am learning to take initiative and be more proactive instead of being lazy.</div>
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<i><b>2. He needs to be encouraged and celebrated, not nagged.</b></i></div>
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If you're a woman in a relationship or are married, you know this is one of the hardest things to do. Boy oh boy, do chicks know how to give someone that <i>WORK</i> with our words. We may be pretty on the outside, but man can our mouths get ugly. The Bible says that out of the abundance of the heart, the mouth speaks (Luke 6:45), and also that life and death are in the power of the tongue (Proverbs 18:21). Whatever comes out of my mouth is a reflection of what's already in my heart. And I can speak life with encouragement or can speak death by being negative. I never want my husband to feel like I'm not rocking with him, and yet nagging him about what he isn't or that what he is doing isn't up to my standard shows otherwise. So God had to check me, reminding me that I am to be my husband's encourager and to celebrate all of the awesome things about him instead of picking apart those few things he's imperfect in. The man is human, just like me! It's bad enough the world tears down our men, but it's our job as women to lift them up.</div>
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Never in a billion years would I have ever considered myself to be a control freak. But it's crazy that when God allows you to be in a place of discomfort do you see where your heart really is. I have learned that to be a daughter in the care of her Heavenly Father is to not always be told every single detail of His plans, but to trust that I am in the palm of His hands and that He cannot & will not fail me. A couple of months ago, I thought I was pregnant because that "time of the month" came about 1 week late. And in that situation, I had a serious emotional breakdown. It wasn't that I didn't want a baby, I just didn't want one right now. It didn't fit into my plan of waiting to have kids for another couple of years. But through the loving and honest words of my husband, God showed me that this was an area I didn't fully trust Him in. A friend told me that I needed to "just go with the flow," because at the end of the day, God's gonna do what He wants to do. And at that moment, I realized that because I actually have a relationship, this is a good thing, not a scary thing, because He loves me.</div>
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I love the fact that I get to talk to God as often as I like and that He actually cares. I hate being stressed out, and can get crazy at times because I feel like I have so much on my plate. But the art of overcoming fear, stress, worry and being controlling is to humble yourself by realizing you don't have the power to control the madness and placing your cares into the hands of the only One who can (1 Peter 5:6-7). I am much more aware of God's presence in my life and my marriage when I include Him in everything! From consulting Him about what I should wear to helping me with my crazy to-do lists or being more attentive to my husband's needs, it's crazy to see God show up in such a real way! This especially helps when I find myself frustrated with my husband. Rather than saying what's on my mind, I tell God about it, and before I know it, He lovingly corrects or directs my husband better than I ever could.</div>
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I think what makes our relationship unique is that we're actually friends. Yes, we actually enjoy being around each other. lol. A lot of people look puzzled when they ask us "How's the married life?" and we say it's fun! Marriage isn't meant to be this dreadful life sentence, but an amazing journey of doing life with the one you love most. We talk about everything, even in spite of the fear of hurting each other's feelings. And we go out and take adventures together!</div>
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I'm so excited to continue growing, learning and loving my role as a wife, and am stoked to see what God's going do in us and through us. For those of you who have showed us love and support, we thank you! Here's to many more years to come! (Woohoo!!!)</div>
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Feel free to check out our wedding vid below! :)</div>
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<a href="http://vimeo.com/84100993">Kam + Kev</a> from <a href="http://vimeo.com/user16873815">Chris Stair</a> on <a href="https://vimeo.com/">Vimeo</a>.<br />
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Photography: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Reid-Hudson-Photography/260045214027494" target="_blank">Abagail Reid & Kaity Lucas</a> | Videography: <a href="http://www.airisphoto.com/" target="_blank">Airis Photo</a> | Dress: Maggie Sottero Divina | Ceremony: Pilgrim Congregational Church in Pomona, CA | Reception: Monrovia Historical Museum in Monrovia, CAAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09050657897607866118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7703108397232496132.post-89114750038158758602014-07-18T14:58:00.000-07:002014-07-18T15:03:59.856-07:00Guard Your Heart<div style="text-align: center;">
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I hate seeing us girls getting taken advantage of and settling for less than we deserve, especially when it comes to relationships. Too often have I witnessed friends and other women in my life endure one heartache after another. While you may already be thinking this post is one that is<br />
gunning for every man out there, you're far from right. If anything, my issue is with us ladies...yep girls, I'm talkin' to ya'll. lol</div>
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Of course, there's those unforeseen situations you didn't see coming. However, I think that sometimes, a lot of the hurt and disappointment many of us have experienced is our own fault, if we were real.</div>
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Being a young woman in today's culture is hard! There are pressures all around us to fulfill an endless list of unrealistic standards, all in effort to gain the attention of guys. And sadly, we believe the lies that our worth is wrapped up in our bodies--in how good we are in bed instead of how beautiful our character is. Rather than being women who are wooed by a cute face, muscles, fancy cars and cash, we ought to desire men of substance. But to even attract that, we first have to <i>be</i> that. I'd love to say that all chicks are smart enough to know this; and though we are, we often end up being guided by what our hearts desire and what the world tells us we need to have and be<br />
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It wasn't until I became a Christian that I realized "follow your heart" is the worst possible advice<br />
to give to someone, especially one who longs to be someone's boyfriend/girlfriend--and eventually, husband/wife.<br />
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"The human heart is the <b>most deceitful of all things</b>, and <b>desperately wicked</b>. Who really knows how bad it is? But I, the Lord, search all hearts and <b>examine secret motives</b>. I give all people their due rewards, according to what their actions deserve." - Jeremiah 17:9-10 (NLT)</blockquote>
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Our hearts can actually cause us to do more harm than good when they're not in line with God's heart (Matthew15:18-20). While the desire to be in a relationship isn't wrong, at times it's our motives that get us in trouble. If you desire to be in a relationship, I challenge you to take a good look at yourself first! Proverbs 4:23 says to "guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life." Get real with yourself and answer these questions below to help you<br />
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<i><b>1. What's your motive? Why do you want to be in a relationship?</b></i></div>
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If you think being in a relationship is all you need to be happy or complete, girl, you're mistaken. A lot of us don't want to admit that's what we're seeking, but a lot of the time, it is true. Even if you were to find the "perfect" guy, he'd still fail you because he's human. We were created to love and be loved, but often miss that it all starts with God--who IS perfect & IS love. It's in Him that we will find our identity, our ultimate satisfaction and our purpose, not being in a relationship.<br />
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Also, everything we do needs to have purpose. Nothing that we do should lack meaning, and that includes our relationships. We shouldn't just be aimlessly dating, giving ourselves away to one guy after another, while trying to figure out who's "the one" along the way. It is then that we end up bitter, broken and having wasted a whole lot of time because we allowed men access to our hearts who didn't care or weren't ever meant to handle them. But ultimately, if marriage isn't the goal of a relationship, then I must ask, what's the point?</div>
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<i><b>2. What are your standards?</b></i></div>
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I'm not talking about that impossible checklist in the back of your mind that lays out your ideal man. While finally finding that 6'2 1/2" hazel-eyed, chiseled-chested, hipster-clothed, Lambo-driving businessman who makes 7 figures would be a miracle in itself, it would be even more crazy for a guy to place those same expectations on you. A lot of the time, we want guys to jump through hoops, but fail to take a look at ourselves. What would a guy have to gain in even being in a relationship with you? And if your body is all you've got to offer, what makes you any different than the countless other women who only find their worth between their legs?<br />
This may sound harsh, but it's the reality of the world we live in.<br />
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Make standards for yourself! Allow God to shape you into the woman He's designed you to be. Set goals and use your time of singleness to accomplish them. Even being married, I'm challenging myself to do this instead of nagging and pointing out every flaw within my husband. So let's grow in our relationship with Jesus, take a cooking class, get in shape, finish school, help our community, serve our local church, mentor young girls; girl, DO SOMETHING! You don't have to wait until you're married to be a Proverbs 31 woman; strive to be one now! And whether God desires for you to be married or not, none of the time you've spent will go to waste because you're developing character &<br />
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<i><b>3. What are your boundaries?</b></i></div>
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This is an area that was hard for my husband and I when we were dating. If you're a virgin or have already crossed that bridge, we all know our limits. But when we fail to be honest with ourselves about them, we end up in compromising situations. Before a guy even steps to you, you ought to have boundaries for <i>yourself</i>. If he's unwilling to respect them, he doesn't respect you and doesn't deserve your time. If you know that kissing or even holding hands can get you in the mood, don't do it. Go out with a group of friends instead of allowing yourself to be alone with a guy. You can even set a curfew for talking on the phone. These measures aren't extreme, but are smart and can save you from a lot of dumb decisions. lol. Your goal should be to maintain your purity, not only of your body, but also your heart and mind. But it takes disciplining yourself to keep it.</div>
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<i><b>4. Will you wait for God?</b></i></div>
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One of the most difficult parts of being single is...being single. lol. But the reality is, no one ever has or ever will benefit from trying to move ahead of God. Daydreaming about your future husband, pinning everything you want in your wedding and coming up with cute baby names won't land you in a relationship sooner. There's so much more to life than waiting for someone to put a ring on it. Trust that He's working on your man, and in the meantime, let Him get to work on you.<br />
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I'd love to hear your thoughts on this topic of guarding your heart! So feel free to leave a comment below, or hit me up on <a href="http://instagram.com/fyi_im_fly" target="_blank">Instagram</a>!</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09050657897607866118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7703108397232496132.post-9857539609745199622014-05-16T17:12:00.000-07:002014-05-16T17:12:34.079-07:00Closet Cravings: Get Ribbed<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Growing up, I remember the only people who sported "wife beaters were rappers. </div>
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Just writing this post is giving me flashbacks of Jay Z spittin' bars on a yacht while wearing the infamous ribbed tank in his "Big Pimpin'" music video. I wasn't too up on game back then with the terminology of this now rising trend, since I'd often call the muscle tee a "white beater"--I know I'm not the only one. Nonetheless, the ribbed look is making its way back on the style scene</div>
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Top: <a href="http://www.missguidedus.com/catalog/product/view/id/111174/s/gricka-baby-pink-ribbed-midi-skirt/" target="_blank">Gricka Ribbed Midi Skirt from Missguided</a> & <a href="http://us.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?searchTerm=rib&storeId=13052&productId=14672380&urlRequestType=Base&categoryId=&langId=-1&productIdentifier=product&catalogId=33060" target="_blank">Ribbed Cropped Vest from Topshop </a></div>
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1 | <a href="http://www.missguidedus.com/catalog/product/view/id/107974/s/lystra-ribbed-high-neck-mini-dress/" target="_blank">Lystra Ribbed High Neck Mini Dress from Missguided</a></div>
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2 | <a href="http://us.asos.com/ASOS-Maxi-Dress-In-Rib-With-Step-Hem/12omhg/?iid=3860693&SearchQuery=rib&Rf-700=1000&Rf900=1465&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=36&sort=-1&clr=Black&mporgp=L0FTT1MvQVNPUy1NYXhpLURyZXNzLUluLVJpYi1XaXRoLVN0ZXAtSGVtL1Byb2Qv" target="_blank">Maxi Dress in Rib from ASOS</a></div>
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3 | <a href="http://us.asos.com/ASOS-Mini-Body-Conscious-Dress-In-Acid-Washed-Rib-With-Zip/128j8f/?iid=3537885&SearchQuery=rib&Rf-700=1000&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=204&sort=-1&clr=Pink&mporgp=L0FTT1MvQVNPUy1NaW5pLUJvZHljb24tRHJlc3MtSW4tUmliLVdpdGgtWmlwLUZyb250L1Byb2Qv" target="_blank">Midi Body-Conscious Dress from ASOS</a></div>
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4 | <a href="http://us.asos.com/ASOS-Skater-Dress-In-Rib-With-Cold-Shoulder-And-Zip-Front/12qteb/?iid=3571531&SearchQuery=rib&Rf-700=1000&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=204&sort=-1&clr=Grey&mporgp=L0FTT1MvQVNPUy1Ta2F0ZXItRHJlc3MtSW4tUmliLVdpdGgtQ29sZC1TaG91bGRlci1BbmQtWmlwLUZyb250L1Byb2Qv" target="_blank">Skater Dress from ASOS</a></div>
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5 | <a href="http://www.missguidedus.com/catalog/product/view/id/111186/s/milliana-baby-pink-knit-crop-top/" target="_blank">Milana Knit Crop Top from Missguided</a></div>
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I love how something so casual as ribbed cotton has been given a much more fashionable spin. From skater dresses and body cons to crop tops and slimming skirts, I am itching to snag </div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09050657897607866118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7703108397232496132.post-49107334005458624472014-05-12T16:38:00.000-07:002015-02-07T09:44:24.487-08:00Motivation: Know Your Worth<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Lately, I've noticed a lack of understanding when it comes to the true value of a woman, not only within other women, but within myself. The more I conversations I have where I am encouraging a young woman of how precious she is in the sight of her Heavenly Father, the more I am challenged with embracing that truth in my own life.<br />
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Insecurities suck! They are the subtle yet scarring whispers of the devil that make us forget the beauty of our own individuality. One of my biggest insecurities has been the mole that I have on my nose. </div>
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It appeared almost out of nowhere when I was a toddler and has been a large source of my feelings of unworthiness over the years. For as long as I can remember, I've been teased and gawked at by both kids and adults. As I've gotten older, I'm not really conscious of my mole until someone else reminds me that it's there--whether through their snickers, points or stares. </div>
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Growing up, I always felt like the "ugly duckling" out of my girlfriends. I longed for the attention of guys and felt validated when I finally got it. (How ridiculous that was!)</div>
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Then and even now, I often find myself having a bit of unspoken anxiety when going to new places or being around new people because I am afraid of being made fun of. Yet it is in these moments of fear that I have encountered God the most. I'll walk with my head down or would avoid making eye contact with people to prevent myself from being embarrassed, and then I'd hear that still, small voice say, "Hold your head high…you are Mine." That reminder that I can be confident in who I am because of <i>who's</i> I am has made all the difference in me knowing my worth!</div>
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Many of the choices we make are rooted in where we place our value. When we know our worth, settling for anything less than what we deserve is <i>never</i> an option. But whether the decision is big or small, this is where those pesky fears and insecurities tend to creep in, to convince us to believe the lies of who we are not rather than the truth of who God says we are. Perhaps you want to apply for a particular job but are afraid you're not qualified enough to have it. Maybe you shop like a maniac because you want to be the next Insta-famous fashionista. Or you could be in a relationship you know you need to nix but refuse to let it go because you don't want to be alone.</div>
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We all have messages and images thrown at us on a daily basis that are trying to reshape our identity into being something that contradicts who we've been created to be. Don't believe the lies that you're not rich enough, smart enough, pretty enough, or skinny enough.<br />
<b>Ditch society's labels and wrap your confidence around who Jesus says you are!</b></div>
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I remember one day when I felt very unpretty, and was venting to my boyfriend (now husband). I told him I knew he found me attractive, but that I didn't <i>feel</i> attractive. It was one thing for him to always tell me I'm beautiful, but it was another for me to actually see myself as that. I remember him being very straight with me and that I wasn't making any sense. I will never forget his words that followed: "God made you out of His own image…so do you think God is unattractive?" Touche. lol<br />
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The only way to know who you are is to know the One who created you! You are unlike anyone else that has ever been or ever will be. If owning your identity and having confidence is something you find yourself constantly battling, ask God to help you to see yourself the way He sees you. Pursue Him, and you'll soon find that when you draw closer to Jesus, you'll actually discover who you are. He says we're created in His image, so when we look in the mirror, we're getting a glimpse of God's beauty.<br />
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This is not only a challenge I pose to you, but to myself! Everyday I have to remind myself of who I am in Christ, and shut down those thoughts that cause me to feel unworthy and second best. To help you to conquer your insecurities, here's some ammo to help you along the way:<br />
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<i>"A capable, intelligent, and virtuous woman--who is he who can find her? She is far more precious than jewels and her value is far above rubies or pearls."</i> - Proverbs 31:10 (AMP)<br />
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"<i>For we are God's own handiwork (His workmanship), recreated in Chris Jesus, born anew, that we may do those good works which God predestined (planned beforehand) for us, taking paths which He prepared ahead of time, that we should walk in them, living the good life which He prearranged and made ready for us to live.</i>" - Ephesians 2:10 (AMP)<br />
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"<i>But to as many as did receive and welcome Him (Jesus), He gave the authority (power, privilege, right) to become the children of God, that is, to those who believe in (adhere to, trust in, and rely on) His name…</i>" - John 1:12 (AMP)<br />
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"<i>But now thus says the Lord, he who created you, O Jacob, he who formed you, O Israel: Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name, you are mine.</i>" - Isaiah 43:1 (ESV)<br />
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How often do you struggle with insecurities? Share ways you fight them in the comments below!</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09050657897607866118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7703108397232496132.post-25181683848346259992014-05-09T15:58:00.001-07:002014-05-09T15:58:43.543-07:00Trend Hunting: Birkenstock Stunnin'<div style="text-align: center;">
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Now, the sandals have gone from shabby to staple! They give just the kind of laid back look that is needed for coolin' out this spring & summer. Check out my favorite Birkenstock picks below!</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09050657897607866118noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7703108397232496132.post-7486623394694762782013-06-13T02:33:00.000-07:002014-05-05T13:56:52.769-07:00TO THE MAX<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I've never been much of a sneaker head, but for some reason I'm diggin' the latest influx of Nike Air Max kicks on the street style scene. It wasn't that long ago that I thought these shoes were very awkward looking. But considering the fact that Nike is stepping things up by creating the classic style in so many vibrant colorways, I've been considering grabbing a pair for myself! Though the shoes are available for women, the guys definitely have the greater advantage--in my opinion--when it comes to variety.</div>
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Head over to Shiekh Shoes to get your hands on a pair of these high-demand sneaks!</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09050657897607866118noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7703108397232496132.post-78452025998707392932013-06-13T01:09:00.000-07:002014-05-05T13:57:09.404-07:00SPORTY LUXE<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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As of late, the sportswear trend has been on my radar. Though I don't plan on returning to my competitive cheer or track & field days, I'm definitely planning on adding a little athletic-inspired fashion to my wardrobe. I've been especially obsessed over the idea of wearing pieces that are typically associated with menswear and yet amping things up with the right bag, jewelry and killer pair of heels to add some feminine flair. And thanks to the ever-popular urban retailer <a href="http://www.shiekhshoes.com/" target="_blank">Shiekh Shoes</a>, completing your sporty-chic look with a pair of eye-catching shoes will have you looking stylish without breaking the bank! Keep reading to get some tips on how to make this trend your own!</div>
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Karolina Kurkova. Whatta babe. lol I cannot believe I'm just now coming across these stunning pics from Elle Czech's March issue. Karolina's beauty is beyond timeless, but I'm sure that's a statement you're used to hearing in reference to this leading lady of the modeling world. I love the elegance and yet the simplicity of this shoot, and literally can't stop staring at the photos! Isn't that ruby red lipstick pure perfection? And the ornately detailed collar of her dress is definitely worth a DIY.</div>
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There was no way that I could stay staring at these phenomenal shots of Karolina without being the slightest bit inspired to get creative by mixing feminine and fancy to put together a collection of glamourous, embellished dresses, tweed jackets and glitzy accessories--all with hints of ravishing reds, of course.</div>
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I'm a girl who has a bit of an obsession with all things glam and glittery. So I guess it makes sense why I'm still in awe over Sara Steiner's lovely editorial, "Putting on the Glitz," for The Sunday Times Style. And as usual, I felt so inspired by the feminine frocks and eye-catching jewels that I conjured up a Style Set of some debonair looks that emulate the vintage-inspired editorial!</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09050657897607866118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7703108397232496132.post-7150501983891900602012-10-19T10:52:00.000-07:002012-10-19T10:52:08.955-07:00SUBMISSION: A GIFT & A CURSE<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I couldn't stop tossing and turning in my sleep early this morning--partly due to the fact that my legs are aching from my recent work out craze, and the other part of me pondering over the beauty & struggle of biblical submission.<div>
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I'll admit: the term "submit" made me cringe when I first heard of it in a women's studies course on religion back in my college days. Alike many of my fellow female classmates, coming to college and discovering feminism caused me to jump ship from those childhood dreams of being a wife with a husband who treated me like a queen, having two kids, a dog & the white picket fence to now being a woman who will make the revolutionary switch of spending her life pursuing a career, wealth & even having children, all without the help of a man. Yes, I was a Christian. But in all honesty, I wasn't too fond of God telling me my wifely duties had anything to do with being some man's doormat.</div>
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Now that I'm actually engaged and am fairly close to making my way down the aisle, I took it upon myself to look at the Bible and see what it <i>really</i> says about marriage and the roles of husbands and wives. I felt like all of the books I read <i>about</i> the Bible and the interpretations of other people clouded my ability to really hear and know what God had to say about it--by Himself. I've heard it once said that, "If you take the <i>text</i> out of <i>context</i>, you will get <i>conned</i>." And in my studying of who God created me to be as a woman and future wife, I can definitely say that I've been bamboozled.</div>
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As women, we naturally want to take the lead, but then get mad at men who don't "step up." But how can they step into the position that was designed for them if we're standing in it? We need to move out of the way and let men be men by playing our role to help, encourage, support and uplift them, not take their spot and complain that they're not doing their job when we're doing it for them. Granted, many women are forced to take on the role that wasn't intended for them. But whether you have a baby daddy or a husband, that's still no excuse for you not to positively motivate him to be who he's called to be. <b>Many men won't or can't step up because we as women are unwilling to step down.</b></div>
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Many women simply refuse or will put up one heck of a fight when it comes to submission. But why? I think it mainly boils down to two words: no trust. No woman is going to <i>willingly</i> and happily submit to a man that she can't trust. I say willingly because there are in fact many women who submit to <i>untrustworthy</i> men because of emotion--loneliness, fear, lust, and so on--which is why a woman who is being mistreated, cheated on or even abused in some way is willing to stay in the relationship and ride it out. But submission God's way gives us the freedom to be the strong yet loving women that God created us to be, not ties us in chains to be someone's slave.</div>
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I struggled with this, and it wasn't until Kevin and I started seriously talking about marriage that I realized there was part of me that was fearful of letting him lead as my future husband. God had told Kevin <i>repeatedly</i> that I was going to be his wife, and to cover up my trust issues, I'd stall by telling Kevin that I needed to hear from God in order to move forward. And sure enough, God let me know Kevin and I had the green light to get married, but He also showed me that I was trying to be married and still be an "independent woman." <b>I needed to "let go and let God" as they say, allowing God take care of shaping Kevin to be the man He wanted him to be rather than me forcing him, nagging him, and stepping into his role.</b> Growing up, the only example I could look to was my mom's relationship with my step dad. Though she was in a committed relationship, she had to be mom and dad. I didn't realize that this had taken a toll on my own approach to marriage. But God's design for marriage is that the "two become one," not the two stay two. Independence is meant to change to unity and dependance upon one another, which can really only happen through trust. And I didn't fully trust my fiancé to lead our marriage because I was so busy trying to "wear the pants" that weren't fit for me. </div>
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Trust is one of the components of a relationship that most men and women agree is essential to have. But as a woman, if you can't trust him to take the lead in marriage, why date him? If we as women are afraid to let go of the reigns because we're afraid that if we hand them over to a man, he'll lead us off a cliff....something's wrong, and that something may not have anything to do with him, but starts with us. Although the definition of marriage and submission according to the Bible is something that I won't unpack now, <b>I challenge you to seek what God has to say for yourself</b>, and see if what you think about marriage lines up with the way it ought to be. Ephesians 5 & 1 Peter 3 are awesome places to start. Beyond these, I have been studying every wife mentioned in the Bible--the good & bad--and journal letters to myself about what they're lives have taught me. </div>
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Kameronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11197797776454997633noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7703108397232496132.post-67613574794526951822012-08-29T17:10:00.000-07:002012-08-29T17:10:00.500-07:00VIVA LA CARMEN<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Tee: Kev's closet | Skinnies: H&M | Vest: Forever 21 | Bracelets: Forever 21 & Downtown L.A | Clutch: Forever 21 | Heels: H&M</div>
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Sometimes, snatching a few items from your significant other's closet is the best way to reinvent your style--in my case, </div>
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Kevin's retro graphic tee. Because I was recently laid-off and still have a wedding to pay for, </div>
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my freedom to shop is at its all-time low. I guess this is when those styling skills come into play! </div>
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Now that I'm thinking about it, this may be more of a fashion blessing than a curse, </div>
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considering the fact that I have many--maybe <i>too</i> <i>many</i>--items in my wardrobe that have yet to be worn. </div>
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So when you can't bring in the new, you've gotta work with the old! </div>
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My life this week on Instagram! Follow me @<a href="http://statigr.am/fyi_im_fly" target="_blank">_FYI_im_FLY</a>!!</div>
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If I were a blonde...</div>
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Just somethin' that was on my heart. Your life matters, and so does what you do with it!</div>
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The classic #9 from Roscoe's Chicken 'n Waffles, now called the "Obama's Special." </div>
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Thought it interesting that many of us Cali kids have been ordering this <i>for years</i>, </div>
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& Obama orders it once and gets it named after him!</div>
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2 Sunsets from Roscoe's! Who would've thought lemonade, OJ & fruit punch would make for</div>
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such a tasty combination!</div>
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As many of you know, I'm part of <a href="http://www.youtube.com/themajoritytv" target="_blank">The Majority</a>--a social good company run by young adults, for young adults that want to change the world. This past weekend, we had our first event, Level 7...and it was DOPE! We had so many ridiculously talented artists and poets! I can't wait to show you guys the video footage! Stay tuned.</div>
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Grocery stores have some of the best bouquets!</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09050657897607866118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7703108397232496132.post-57274675833949314582012-08-09T15:17:00.000-07:002014-05-05T13:59:13.820-07:00STYLE SET: DECADENT DARLING<div style="margin: 0 auto; width: 600px;">
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Because I've been in such awe of DANNIJO jewelry lately, I decided to <a href="http://beyondtheblvd.polyvore.com/" target="_blank">put together some looks</a> that are a perfect fit for the line's decadent gems. Any of these glamorous statement pieces can be one heck of an upgrade for just about any look! What do you think of these "Decadent Darling" ensembles?</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09050657897607866118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7703108397232496132.post-11510865243768653162012-08-05T11:57:00.000-07:002014-05-12T10:22:51.794-07:00BETWEEN THE LINES<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I am loving my new dress from Sugarlips Apparel! It is so versatile! Oddly, it is a maxi dress, but because of this ridiculous, sweltering heat, I had to revamp how to wear it so that it would be summer friendly. Even in the midst of the crazy weather, this lightweight dress did wonders in helping me to keep cool and still look more than decently fashionable!</div>
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Dress {worn as top}: c/o <a href="http://www.sugarlipsapparel.com/" target="_blank">Sugarlips Apparel</a> | Skirt: Downtown L.A. | Jewelry: Forever 21 | Wedges: Forever 21</div>
<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09050657897607866118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7703108397232496132.post-79276434731375520662012-07-17T14:25:00.000-07:002012-07-17T14:25:14.222-07:00GET OVER IT<br />
<center><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="360" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/EhgaratoqUE" width="640"></iframe></center><center><br /></center><center>We've done it again! Here's our newest video from The Majority.</center><center>Because we've noticed lately that there are lots of people in the church who continue to</center><center>bully others with their faith, & the struggle that comes with forgiving those that are hard to love.</center><center>So we decided to dig in on this issue!</center><center>Let us know what you think!</center>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09050657897607866118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7703108397232496132.post-18805010261717096442012-07-11T07:53:00.000-07:002014-05-05T13:59:22.476-07:00CORAL REEF<div style="margin: 0 auto; width: 600px;">
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After looking at Eva Doll's <a href="http://fashiongonerogue.com/eva-doll-splash-nadine-ottawa-shoot-friday-magazine/#more-99834" target="_blank">poolside fashion editorial</a> in Friday Magazine, I got inspired to create a look of my own that is perfect combo of Cali cool and glamour. </div>
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If you can't always parlay at the beach, you sure can dress like it!</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09050657897607866118noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7703108397232496132.post-62858462245469389592012-07-06T10:42:00.002-07:002012-07-17T14:30:15.997-07:00LET'S TALK ABOUT SEX!<br />
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My fiancee, long-time friend Tiara, and I have been working on a <i>major</i> project that God has put upon our hearts! And as our first venture, we decided to start a webisode series talking about various topics that many young adults struggle with. One of the areas that many people have reached out to us about is the topic of sex! Tiara and I both dig in on how to deal with temptation, and share our own personal experiences of how we fell and overcame those intense feelings of always wanting to "get it on"--as Marvin Gaye would say. </center><center>So enjoy! And be sure to like, share, and subscribe! :)</center>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09050657897607866118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7703108397232496132.post-66696440749752031632012-07-04T16:05:00.001-07:002014-05-05T13:59:31.973-07:00BABY, YOU'RE A FIREWORK<div style="margin: 0 auto; width: 600px;">
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<small><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/baby_youre_firework/set?.embedder=3279379&.svc=copypaste&id=52463971">Baby, You're a Firework</a> by <a href="http://beyondtheblvd.polyvore.com/?.embedder=3279379&.svc=copypaste">beyondtheblvd</a></small><br />
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Happy Fourth of July!<br />
In lieu of all of the Independence Day festivities that will be happening today,<br />
I took the opportunity to put together 3 super cute looks that I would wear to show my patriotic side.<br />
I hope all of you enjoy your hump day holiday!<br />
Eat lots and be safe! :)</div>
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There are so many awesome images in their recent "Tropical Squeeze" lookbook that I figured you all wouldn't mind this lengthy post with all of the fabulous shots! <i>lol</i></div>
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I feel like hopping on a flight to the Bahamas like, now!</div>
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All of the bold colors, sassy bikinis, and and yummy treats put me in a roll-around-in-the-sand kinda mood!</div>
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Now <i>that's</i> my kind of summer!</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09050657897607866118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7703108397232496132.post-69452459156669485842012-06-17T09:39:00.000-07:002012-06-17T11:34:07.486-07:00OFF THE MARKET<div style="text-align: center;">
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Last weekend was one of the most hilarious, surprising, & exciting times of my life! For those of you who follow me on <a href="http://www.twitter.com/fyi_im_fly" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, </div>
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I appreciate your patience in waiting to hear the "big news" that I was itching to share with you all.</div>
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So without further adieu...</div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><i>I'M ENGAGED!!!!!!!</i></span></div>
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Yes! It's still blows my mind every time I say it out loud.</div>
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My fiancee Kevin and I have been together since our high school years</div>
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--which explains why my youngest brother Riian exclaimed </div>
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"Well, it's about time!" when we shared the news.</div>
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And since the first time I met him back in 2007, he has continued to be </div>
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<i>the</i> funniest, sweetest & most intelligent man that I still love today.</div>
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Though I've been "off the market" for the past 5 years, I guess now it's really set in stone! (literally <i>lol</i>)</div>
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The reactions we've been getting from everyone who finds out we're getting married </div>
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have landed on one of the two extremes: </div>
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pee-your-pants ecstatic, and the ever daunting "ohhh.....that's nice."</div>
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I've gotten the "OMG, <i>why?!</i>" a few times, and have noticed that I get a bit defensive when people say we're too young to get married.</div>
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I'm 23. Kev's 22.</div>
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If people only knew about all of the crazy things we've made it through, they'd give us a book deal!</div>
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And they'd see we are pretty well cut out for the bliss and challenges of married life.</div>
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Amazingly, throughout all of the good and unbelievably painful times, </div>
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God has protected and preserved us for such a time as this.</div>
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So when people tell me that I don't have enough "life experience," I laugh.</div>
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I know the odds that are against us--adultery, financial hardships, and divorce--</div>
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but God and our faith in Him are far greater than the odds.</div>
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No one but God can take credit for providing the strength to bear the things I've put this guy through, </div>
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and Kevin is truly one-of-a-kind.</div>
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The kind of guy that never runs from a problem, but takes it head on until its resolved.</div>
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The kind of guy who always wants to see me smile.</div>
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The kind of guy who prays for me.</div>
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The kind of guy who possesses timeless wisdom.</div>
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The kind of guy who encourages everyone to do and be better.</div>
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The kind of guy who loves God like crazy.</div>
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The kind of guy who can dance like James Brown.</div>
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I can honestly say that although he is not perfect, he is the black Ryan Gosling. <i>haha</i></div>
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(I always tell him our life is "The Notebook," slight memory loss--on my end--included <i>lol</i>)</div>
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So why on earth will I trade that--and everything else that's on my list of why I love him--to search the world for someone who will never measure up? No thanks.</div>
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So I say cheers! Here's to many, many awesome years of gut-wrenching laughter and a few tears.</div>
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To wedded bliss that surpasses the narrow scope of fairy tales and white picket fences.</div>
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To the maturity gained from enduring the curve balls of life.</div>
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To raising lots of kids who will change the world.</div>
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To always choosing happiness.</div>
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To love, and being loved.</div>
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Throughout the entire winter, I did nothing but complain about how lame the weather was. </div>
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And now that summer is officially here, I don't want it to end! </div>
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Although lately it's been ridiculously hot, </div>
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I'm definitely loving all of the California sunshine! </div>
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and a cool tee are all you really need.</div>
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Lovin' these images from <a href="http://shopplanetblue.com/lookbooks-page" target="_blank">Planet Blue</a>'s latest lookbook, "Don't Mind If I Do."</div>
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Angeleno cool at it's best.</div>
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