Sunkissed Petals

   My list 101 in 1001, list completed in July 09...

      1.                 Enroll in school to finish degree

2.                 Start beauty business (trade name established 8.20.09)

3.                 Create business plan

4.                 Create LLC for business

5.                 Develop website for business

6.                 Create 501 (c)( 3) for bookclub scholarship

7.                 Lose weight-get back to my normal size

8.                 Take a fitness trainer course

9.                 Become a notary

10.              Move

11.              Buy a sewing machine

12.              Complete my makeup kit

13.              Do a photo shot as the model

14.              Buy a new camera with lenses

15.              Take a web design class

16.              Attend the Belly Dance, Movement & Wellness Expo

17.              Attend a Holistic Wellness Retreat

18.              Get my belly button pierced

19.              Do a photo shot as the photographer

20.              Learn how to us photoshop software

21.              Buy a new laptop

22.              Visit the Spy Museum in DC

23.              Attend the Capitol Jazz Festival in DC

24.              Spend a weekend in NYC

25.              Take a airbrush makeup class

26.              Take a series of MAC Pro Classes

27.              Visit my friend Jeff in Atl

28.              Take a wine train tour

29.              Attend Southbeach Wine Festival

30.              Get a henna tattoo

31.              Complete rough draft of book (novel)

32.              Regularly blog

33.              Go on a cruise

34.              Take silly pictures in a photo booth

35.              Make a scrap book

36.              Take a recreational culinary class

37.              Have 5k in savings

38.              Send out photo holiday cards

39.              Watch the sunrise/sunset

40.              Take the alcohol and drug class for bartending

41.              Regularly practice yoga/pilates

42.              Have a picnic

43.              Go to the Essence Music Festival

44.              Meet some blog friends

45.              Buy the perfect little black dress

46.              Be able to complete atleast 5 pull ups

47.              Host a dinner party (max. of 10 guest)

48.              Bake a loaf of home made bread

49.              Teach a class or seminar

50.              Take photo workshop with ROK

51.              Take motorcycle lessons

52.              Host a wine tasting

53.              Attend NBCC in Atl

54.              Learn a complete exotic floor and pole routine

55.              Buy a portable pole

56.              Obtain a government job

57.              Complete a exercise boot camp

58.              Start teen book club

59.              Get rid of old papers and documents

60.              Reorganize filing system

61.              Buy a new shredder

62.              Create a budget and stick to it

63.              Do a mini wardrobe over haul

64.              Meditate daily

65.              Write in my journal regularly

66.              Create a vision board

67.              Visit friend in NYC

68.              Take an adult modeling class

69.              Do my makeup more often to show my skills

70.              Reduce debt

71.              Clip & use coupons

72.              Spend a day at the National Harbor

73.              Rock climb

74.              Take a class a Mamasita Studio in PG County

75.              Buy new tires

76.              Training with Cancer Society for Look Good…Feel Better Campaign

77.              Volunteer with Dress for Success campaign

78.              Volunteer  with the Sunshine Project: Models on Wheels

79.              Take multi-vitamins daily

80.              Get better at shooting pool

81.              Play laser tag

82.              Take a zuumba class at my gym

83.              Take a spin class at my gym

84.              Learn to play the guitar

85.              Take the writer challenge

86.              Take GNA exam

87.              Take National Medical Assistant Exam

88.              Create logos for Book Club & Beauty Business

89.              Take professional photos for book  and beauty business

90.              Get a part time job

91.              Get MAC pro card

92.              Get Sally’s pro card (8.22.09)

93.              Create online makeup gallery

94.              Get makeup comp cards done

95.              Get business cards done for beauty business

96.              Create outline for events for business

97.              Revise resume

98.              Put together daughters 21^st birthday plans

99.              Gather my poems and bind them in a book

100.           Try a new recipe a week

101.           Join belly dance class and perform in annual show

Today is day 4 of a season of recreating my body image. With so many things going on in life, school, work, kids, mr., etc... I skipped workouts and trust me when I say I am not happy about it. So as I realign my focus on what I need to prioritize in this season, working out is at the top of the list. My body is sore but I feel great. Just knowing that I am working to get back to my normal size as well as knowing what the result will be is keeping me inspired. I have a some major projects that I will be working on over the next few months but no matter what else is going on working out atleast 6 out of 7 days a week is a must. Sharing love with someone, enjoying life with your family and just working on other goals can through you off track if exercise is not a part of your daily habits. So I have to put in some really hard work for a little while physically to get back to my norm and after that I just have to keep focus on maintenance. Stay tuned as the more fit fabulous and focused me evolves....

Fit Stats

Mon: 30 mins "The Firm High Definition Sculpt"

        50 mins eliptical machine (4.55 miles- 445 calories burned)

Tues: 30 mins "The Firm Cardio Overdrive"

      1:15 mins eliptical machine (5.84 miles- 570 calories burned)

Wed: 10 mins "Hollywood Trainer Ab Workout"

      1:15 mins eliptical machine (6.37 miles- 6.30 calories burned)

This is a new blog with a new look for the new explorations in my life. I have imported some past blogs from a previous page name "Sunkissedthoughts"....however this blog is intended to present my life as I move forward. So as I change this blog may change but I'm looking forward to re-inventing me.

MJ Originally uploaded by Sunkissedthoughts

I simply must honor this great legend. There are not enough words to say about this man. No matter how eccletic his lifestyle, he always embodied who he felt he was. He gave us so much great music and it's such a shame that our kids and don't have someone of his stature to show them the wonders of a true performer. R.I.P Michael Joseph Jackson! There will never be another like you!

Personal GrowthOriginally uploaded by Sunkissedthoughts 

As previously mentioned I have compiled a list of commandments that will govern over my personal journey at this point in life. The project that inspired this idea suggested 12, these are  mine.  

1. Let Go
2. Lighten Up
3. Love
4. Do It Now
5. Be Fearless
6. Don't Over Analyze
7. Meditate and Make Affirmations
8. Enjoy The Process
9. Slow Down
10. Your Thoughts Create Your Destiny
11. Be Who You Are
12. Be Patient

"Every day, in every way, I'm getting better and better!  ~Emile Coue`

Deja, originally uploaded by Sunkissedthoughts. 

I was blessed to introduce the world to my second born...Deja! So many things have passed the toddler years, loosing her first tooth, the first day of school, first dance recitals, etc. So much more to look forward to. As she looks forward to her year of being 14 she will enter into her "First year of High School". Happy Birthday to my baby, Deja!!!   

Since the beginning of the year I have been working on moving towards my purpose in life and becoming the woman that I desire to be. Going through this process can be very intense because before you can catapult yourself forward you have to really take a look at yourself and be completely transparent. In being transparent you have to understand your flaws and your strengths.  This will often ignite all types of feelings because when you think of your flaws and strengths you often recall moments in life that are associated with them and it can be a real roller coaster ride of emotions. In doing this you will also take stock of the things you need to eliminate from your life or simply minimize, this could be friends, family, jobs, etc.- a process that is often difficult because of fears, comfort levels and conveniences. During this process I never stop moving forward but now that I have completed the process I feel like I can move forward with more conviction. As an avid reader, of course I indulged in various books, website, etc to keep my thoughts positive and stay on course with my the major task of designing a plan. Of course this plan will be adjusted as I go along but it will at least be a gage as I continue my journey in life and make foot prints along the way.   

A few things that I am using to assist with this journey are:

 The Happiness Project: 12 Commandments 

 A Vision Board

 Personal Growth Map 30 Day Challenges

As I complete each of these items, I will blog about them and share the growth of my journey along the way.

Deja, originally uploaded by Sunkissedthoughts.

There are so many joys in life but one of the greatest joys is being a mom. My youngest daughter is moving forward in life, she graduated from middle school yesterday and is looking forward to her high school years. Life is great!!!