The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.
–Eleanor Roosevelt

This time last year I was sicker than I have ever been in my life and because of the holidays I tried to hide it.  No one wants to be “Debbie Downer” for the New Year.  I was diagnosed with Lupus some time ago, but I am determined to live my life to the fullest (More on that later).  I understand the seriousness of my illness but I will not be defined by it.  Although I will touch on my health journey in this blog, I plan to focus on the things that make me happy; Family/Friends, Fashion, Beauty, Food.   With that being said, I hope that all of you continue to follow me on my various journeys throughout this year. This will truly be a “Happy New Year”.

I start this year off with my outfit from Christmas. I absolutely loved it.

My Mom’s Christmas Tree this year!

Me and My Mom! The older I get, the more I look like my Mom

As always, I spent Christmas with my parents.  You will hear more about them later, but much of who I am is because of them.  I wanted to be cut and comfortable for Christmas.  It’s the one time of year that there are people in and out of my parent’s house.  My mom cooks like she is feeding the neighborhood and she might as well.  I searched high and low for a Christmas outfit when I realized that I already had the perfect item.

Feeling Myself a Little!

I purchased this jumpsuit from Kendra’s Beauty Corner  She has beautiful vintage pieces from us curvy ladies! Everything is beautiful and unique.  I just purchased another piece that I can not wait to style.  This belt is from The Limited (old). You can find similar Here.  You can not see my shoes (My budding  photographer is none other than my mom, Carolyn), they are available at Just Fab.  My chunky gold chain necklace is sold out. Similar from Shoxie  I added a red lip Rimmel London

I can not wait to share my life with you through this blog.  Happy New Year Everyone!!