Church Diva: Almost Didn’t Make It

Hola Divas…

I’ve had a trying week. I can’t discuss it here because people I don’t want knowing my business read my blog. But just know that it was tiring and depressing. But through it all I tried my best to remain positive. And then Friday hit… and I just lost it. I stayed in bed most of the day and cried a few times. Saturday, I just slept all day. I know it sounds lazy but I think the stress of the week got to me.

Now this morning I had plans to go to church. But when I got up this morning, I just didn’t think I would make it to church. I told myself, God knows my heart. But then I thought… yeah… the devil knows your lazy heart… now get up and prove him wrong. So I got up today and got ready for church. I was lazy but I made it. And the sermon was what I needed to hear because I was letting this week take over my spirit. The sermon was about holding onto anger and letting it affect your life. And about how we allow that anger to cause us to sin because we know that we worship a forgiving God. And that is the lesson I needed to learn today. Going forward, I will be a better person.

Now onto the fashion…

I was inspired by an outfit on instagram. Follow pinklipstickhundra for inspiration. She has another page called Stylebydnicole where she posts her Polyvore creations. I love her creativity and use of color. And you all know how I feel about color… So I would ask a question here but today all I want to know is What was the best part of your week? Hasta la proxima ~besitos~

What I Wore to Church Today:
Mickey Mouse Tee: Wal-mart
Bodycon Skirt: Forever21 Plus
Denim Vest: Debs Plus
Shoes: Target Fashion
Earrings: Wal-mart

So bored with how cute this outfit is… lol… I BE CRAY CRAY!!!!

Church Diva: Hear Me Roar!!!

Hola Divas…

So this weekend was a clustermuck (I really want to use a worst word there but this is a church outfit)!!!! The reasons why are so personal that I don’t even want to discuss here. But just know that I have been an emotional wreck. So much so that I have made a serious setback in my weightloss (stress eating is real!!!). So on Sunday morning I woke up with a determination that I haven’t had in a while and went to the gym and followed that by going to church. And let me tell you… it was just what the doctor ordered. Even though I was miserable most of my weekend, I was so refreshed after church that smiling while taking these pictures was a lot easier to do. I don’t have much else going on other than work and generally dealing with life trying to kick me in the arse every 15 minutes. But I am a lioness… hear me roar!!!

Do you stress eat? How high does your stress have to be before you start to stress eat? Are you able to steer back onto course after the stressful sitution has been fixed? Do you find (as I did) that you are stronger afterwards than you ever thought you could be? Well… back to the fashion. I really love this skirt which is another lovely gem from my friend at Boutique 115. I’ve been supporting her for years (even back when she was known as She’s Got Curves). And this skirt did not disappoint. I will be doing (this week) a write up on her store where you will all get a coupon code for her lovely boutique… so stay tuned!!!  Hasta la proxima ~besitos~

Praise Outfit Breakdown:

Black Cami: Just My Size
Sweater: Torrid
Skirt: Boutique 115
Scarf: Target
Shoes: Bakers Shoes
Earrings: Beauty Supply

 

                    

This was supposed to be my superhero pose… I think I just look constipated…

Here are some outakes that hubby had fun taking:

Hubby said something so funny… don’t remember it though…

He was checking the photos… so I started dancing because I’m a goofball… he caught me

I was really concentrating on fixing my earring, had no idea he had taken this one… lol

Church Diva: A Sunshine Combination

I saw this dress on clearance at ASOS Curve and I knew I had to have it. And I knew it would go AWESOMELY with my Shoedazzle shoes that I don’t wear nearly enough. I have to admit… this outfit came out MUCH better than even I thought it would. And if you haven’t noticed… I changed my hair yet again… because the definition of Diva is keeping you on your toes (at least in my fashion dictionary that is part of the definition). Whitney Houston kept you guessing with her hair (even when she was a crack head) so I guess I am just changing who I see in the mirror on a daily basis…

Today was a great sermon. I think that Sunday is really my favorite day of the week. I am working on being a better person and this keeps me grounded and surrounded by like minded people. My reverend leaves soon for Iraq… so I will be on serious prayer patrol because he has to come back safe and sound because he is a father figure to me. I have a father but I like having a father figure who is also guiding me spiritually. Who doesn’t… right?

So this week has kinda sucked. No real reason why it did… it just… did. Have a lot on my mind and a lot to figure out in regards to my future and my family. Nothing depressing… just gotta find my path… which is easier said than done. I feel like I am becoming unplugged to fashion which is my only release. Fashion keeps me from going postal and killing everyone and lately… I feel disconnected. I feel like I am not wowing anyone… least of all myself. And if I can’t wear it or combine outfits in style… I bore myself… and I don’t want to bore you either… anyway… I wish I could make fashion my career… but I don’t see a way to include that in my plan without spending a great deal of time away from my children. And that… is NOT an option. Well, that is life as a parent and wife… Compromise. I wish I could be like those people you hear about on T.V. who quit their jobs as lawyers and open a restaurant or catering business. That unfortunately requires money… money that I don’t have… so… eh…

Ok… onto to the fun stuff… FASHION!!! I know I always ask a question… but right now… I got nothing… so feel free to say or ask anything in the comments you would like me to answer.

What I’m Wearing Today:
Dress: Asos Curve
Jacket: Torrid
Shoes: ShoeDazzle
Bracelet: Dots
Earrings: Beauty Supply
Sunglasses: Wal-mart

Church Diva: I hate being a Dipper

A few Sundays’ ago, my Reverend did a sermon on Dipper Christians… Christians who dip in and out of church so they can control the concentration of their Christianity. I say that as a prelude that I feel like lately I’ve been a Dipper Blogger. I feel like I’ve been in and out and not really connected to this blog. Am I depressed… I don’t think so. But I think that I’m having a problem with my fashion inspiration. When I think of where I’ve come over the last year… I think my fashion has seriously improved and gone to another level. But now what? I feel like now I can’t improve on where I am. Maybe its just another bout of creative fashion block… and because of that I can’t see past my previous posts. But I know that I can get it back… its just a matter of time. I want to thank you in advance for your continued support of the emptiest blog ever… lol

I also am like terribly behind on my blog reading lists because I can’t look at the internet at work… but know I am trying to keep up with them on my phone which means I can’t always comment (seriously… comments take like 30 minutes). Know that I really want to blog more often… and know that I am reading your posts and trying to gain inspiration from your wonderful posts (if you blog). So… what have I missed? What would you like me to do to fill the empty space since I am not doing as many OOTD posts? Would you be willing to be a part of a Diva Spotlight?

Outfit Breakdown:
Dress: Wal-mart (Norma Kamali)
Cardigan: Motto (Curve Appeal Consignment)
Bracelets: Ashley Stewart 
Shoes: ebay
Earrings: Beauty Supply
Ring: Torrid

Church Diva: Revamping A Classic

Going forward my Sunday looks will be called Church Diva. I want to easily identify my looks I wear to church so you can search them if you so wish. Also, it will make it easier for me not to repeat any church looks close together. Anyways… onto the outfit…

I love this dress. Loved it the moment I received it from Lucie Lu. I don’t wear it as much as I would love too… but I do try to make each time better than the last… This is truly my favorite (big surprise). I couldn’t find matching earrings so I mixed two that were the same color. I also wore a new wig to which I added a feather bow. I’m so glad I saved this outfit to wear to church because today was a wonderful day in the word. I love my church. My pastor is going to Iraq at the end of August because he is also a Chaplain in the Reserves and he is getting deployed for 6 months to a year. He will be greatly missed. He makes everything so clear. His wife looks so sad. I just want to hug her and never let her go. Their marriage is strong, so with the support of the church the time will pass quickly (I hope). Watching her makes me realize how precious each moment you spend with your family and friends are. What would you do or how would you feel if you were in her shoes? Would your faith in God keep you while your mate was away? Have you ever had to maintain a long distance relationship, if so, what was your experience?

Outfit Breakdown:
Dress: Lucie Lu (gifted & no longer available)
Sweater: Torrid
Shoes: ShoeDazzle
Earrings & Wig: Beauty Supply
Feather Bow: Patapsco Flea Market