Hey SSB Fam! So, this past Friday I was invited by Ipsy to Creator Day 2018. This is my second Creator Day invite and I am so grateful. I’m exhausted too, but I wanted to stay up and write this post in real time HAHA. Every year Gen Beauty comes around and each time I […]
10 Random Facts About Me
Hey SSB Fam! Happy Sunday! I’ve always been transparent within reason, but more is always good. I see new people joining the mailing list every week, so I decided to share a few facts about me beyond the blog. So here are some things you probably didn’t (or did) know: I am the third […]
MAYBELLINE SUPERSTAY MULTI-USE STICK REVIEW!
Hey SSB Fam! So the last time I wore cream foundation was years ago! I barely ever wear cream foundation, but once I heard Maybelline dropped the SuperStay Multi Use Foundation Stick, I had to try it because their SuperStay liquid foundation is BOMB! This SuperStay Multi Use Foundation Stick retails for $11.99 and is […]
Look Up Child of God!- What We Forget As Christians
Hey SSB Fam! Happy Sunday! Friday, I came home and turned on some music and just laid there. Who else has days like that? So I’m in the dark, in my bedroom laying down and a song called Look Up Child came on by Lauren Daigle. I was so inspired by the following lyrics. Lately God […]
#RANDOMS 002: Simply Living, Being Called Doesn’t Mean It’s Easy, & Christian Relationships
Hey SSB Fam! I’m back with another #RANDOMS post because a lot is on my mind as per usual! How are you guys though? If you are totally confused by the title, please go back to my very first #RANDOMS post where I discuss my reasoning behind making this “a thing”. Simply Living Can I […]
This Product Will Up Your Skin Game!- Dove Exfoliating Body Polish
Hey SSB Fam! So I’ve been super stressed you guys! Taking a mental note of how stressful June and July is for me in order to be prepared for it next year (or just plan accordingly hehe)! You may ask,”what in the world is going on during those two months girl?”. Well, my birthday is […]
I Found The Best Nude Lipsticks for WOC! Search Over.
Hey SSB Fam! So, I think I may have found the best company to purchase nude lipsticks from for WOC (especially dark brown skin)! I feel that as a black women, when it comes to nude lipsticks, it’s either you look like a crackhead or you have to somehow make it work. Thankfully, Mented Cosmetics […]
Where God guides, He provides.
Top: Target , Jeans: Fashion Nova , Shoes Just Fab, Bag: Aimee Kestenberg Hey SSB Fam! Y’all, it’s been a crazy year, but I am here. As I packed up my classroom, taped the boxes shut and looked around the empty room all I could say is “Thank you God”. It’s been a full year […]
#RANDOMS 001: Unlearning, Breaking The Cycle & Relationships.
I know, title…it’s a lot! If you know me, I’m an overthinking, self-analyzing, reflective being! I am that person that randomly starts analyzing a topic out loud, will follow up with some questions and BOOM, it’s a serious convo lol. I joke, but I love convos of substance. It has always been me. I’ve been […]
#SELFCARE, That May Mean A No and A Sacrifice, & That’s Fine!
I hear it all the time from others,” I need to incorporate selfcare but I have zero time”. Trust me, I get it! I am a full time teacher, part time grad student and blogger with a social life on top. …so girl! Throughout my 20-something years thus far, I have learned the meaning of […]
