i am resilient

I was asked this weekend what it means to be a strong woman. My reply was one word: resilient. No one may know your whole story. But if you sit and think about all you've been through, you've got to admit - I am resilient. I am powerful. Say it to yourself. Over and over again until you believe with every part of your being that it is true. You can make it!

resilient (adj): recovering readily from illness, depression, adversity, or the like; buoyant; springing back; rebounding.

me about two weeks ago :)

Power to the People!

My fave polish right now :)

Avon’s (Breast Cancer Crusade) Nailwear Pro - Pink Power. I’m addicted! :)

from my best friend.. she's a portion of my strength..

Love your Essence!

I must say, although we are not in the same two shoes, nor probably in the same ‘shoe department…’ I truly appreciate your Essence—I love how your stilettos hit the concrete and let off a glorious clank sound…you are one Awesome woman Bestie! Thanks for sharing your words and world.

my I's

I enjoy being myself. There was a time when I didn't like me or the skin I was in. I'm not sure exactly when things changed, but I do know that it's been a long time coming.

I like blogging late at night. It my favorite time of day. When it's quiet, and I can collect my thoughts.

I don't have on any lipgloss in this picture above. UGH.

Sometimes I feel like I'll die if I don't have alone time.

I love my grandmother's name Jewel. It suits her perfectly.

I always feel so proud of myself when I come from the gym. Like I've accomplished something great. I've learned the importance of taking care of my body.

I feel good when I help someone else.

I always apply fresh MAC lipglass before I workout. While the rest of me looks like a bum, my lips always shine like the sun. It makes me feel like a girl.

No, I didn't try to rhyme that...

I wonder if I should go for my doctorate?

I would do anything for my three nieces. I feel a bond so tight, I would kill for them. My nephews are all such amazing young men. I love them so much. I can only imagine what I'll be like when I have children of my own.

I wonder when I'll have children.

I pray that I'll have a long lasting, breathtakingly special marriage like my parents of 47 years.

I would LOVE to work for GAP Headquarters.

I wonder if I should have minored in English. I love editing the writings of others.

I'm really anxious to know if I'll be starting grad school soon. I need them to hurry and let me know!

I have deemed myself DivaPrep.

I often wonder if I've made the right decision in letting him go.

I would love some new wedges right now. I already have a pair from Aldo that I've been stalking.

I can't wait for my braces to come off.

I love having a summer tan. My skin becomes gorgeously golden! :-)

I want to celebrate the end of my twenties in several ways. One of them being surrounded by people I love.

I also want to celebrate my birthday by making someone else feel good about themselves.

I love when people call me "Can". I love nicknames, period.

I would love to have my own practice some day.

I plan to wear dresses all summer.

Short ones.

:)

what's real style?

An excerpt from one of my favorite books:

“As devoted as I may be to my wardrobe, it’s important to acknowledge that true style extends beyond what you look like when you walk out the door. You don’t have to express this through grand gestures, either. It’s the small gestures that will really set you apart, like being gracious to waitstaff and cab drivers, holding open a door for someone who needs help, or bringing a friend flowers on her birthday.

And most importantly, it’s in giving thanks…” - Lauren Conrad