Today I realized that my life was meant for something more than what I was making it out to be.  Im a bit scared of the responsibility placed before me.  Im not to sure if I can handle it.  All I can do is ask for guidance from above.  Everything is happening so fast.  I think im....scratch that. Im ready for it....I have no option....I gota chase this dream or its gona keep chasing me....

"But Im thru livin in the past Lord. No more thinkin rewind im on fast forward. Less rear view mirror and more dashboard". Jermaine Cole

College files: Healthy Fast Breakfast

Rice cooker $5 Garage Sell

Working this summer at a day camp has forced me to get up at the crack of ass and supervise children full of energy and questions.   While I had a great experience at the local Youth Center I had to figure out a way to keep my belly full of goodness.  Usually I diss breakfast because I lack the time to make it.  However nowadays I'm trying to eat a bit more healthier.  But sometimes this requires me to prep the food.  Oatmeal take a helluva long time to cook, so after starting at my rice cooker then back at my oatmeal then back at my rice cooker I googled my epiphany and went to work.  If you want a quick healthy meal in a matter of 8 mins try this recipe:

Procedures:

1. Fill interior of rice cooker with oatmeal(I used old fashion, quick oats might burn but hey try it)

2.  Next Fill pot with water  a bit over the oats

3. Finally press the cook button and the watch the magic, stir occasionally

*DONT PUT PUT COVER ON POT* (This will result in spillage and hella cleaning up)

4. Once done add toppings and max!

Till Next Time,

Sha' Mia

Box Braids and Summer days.

Earrings: Target $5

Box Braids: House of Sarah(tally)

Watch: Target, Mens Timex $30

Turquoise Shadow: H.I.P.

 These Box Braids were calling my name ever since the Cleopatra Comin Atcha days... However I am a huge fan of Solange and her awesome ass style!!! Thought Id try the trend and it was good while it lasted.  Feelin funky and want a protective style? Try these Dookie Braids (lolll so nasty) they mite tickle ur fancy!

411: So I woke up one Wed morning wanting to not touch my fro for 2 months.  After much research I settled on the Box Braids.  Close to campus lied a salon that I had always inquired about but wasn't to sure would suffice.  In I walked to this beautiful small intamate salon.  The Stylist Neeshemah shampooed, conditioned, blowdried, and braided my hair for $175 smackaroos.  While the service and conversation was nice, I feel that if i had have done more research they might have been cheaper elsewhere.  But I was happy with the outcome overall.  Sometimes you pay for professionalism and thats exactly what you get.  No "hey (insert homegurl name here) u think u cud plait my hair wed? Maybe, probably, Idk is usually the reply.  I have no time for that so i decided to dish out the duckets.  The concept of time or money is really starting to bother me nowadays....but thats another post.

 Peace, Love, and Jojoba Oil- Sha Mia'

 * Warning: get ready to feel like Medusa with a swolen scalp for the first week.  These things are heavy and tight but loosen up as the days go by.*- Peace, Love, and Jojoba Oil- Sha' Mia

Natural Hair Straightend using Organic Root Stimulater Products.

Products used for blow out: Curls unleashed foaming lotion, Nameste pressing creme, Ors  recovery mask conditioner

While visiting home for a period of 1 week I enjoyed my great family, great food(because Chicago has theeee best food in the U.S.! Hands down!) and also spent time thrifting at one of my fave spots. I was also treated to  a hair appointment by my wonderful aunt! I decided to get my ends trimmed and hair straightened for the 2nd time since I've been natural.  The first time was a disaster!!! I went to a local salon in my small college town without reading reviews and had my hair chopped off and burnt up lol.  Anywhoos my stylist since i was 5 hooked me up with a gud ole press 'n' curl.  And the results were awesome.  Granted this style only lasted for a period of 48-72hrs......Thanks Windy City for the humidty you decided to display during my holiday :-).

- One Love, Mia

Summer Breeze and Leather Earrings.

Dress: Ross 

Yellow Leather Earrings: J'empale Boutique

Brown leather: The Collections

Shopping lately has been cut to a minimum because of the lack of funds that I have.   But it doesn't cost a thing to clean out your closet and shop from there.  Sometimes I forget about hidden pieces that I have hidden in the dungeons of my wardrobe but after much digging and imagination its a bit easier for me to throw something together without buyers remorse.  Im pretty sure i had buyers remorse even when I bought these items......somewhere in my heart I know I truly don't need it. lolll Every girls inner conscience probably screams this....but hey what can I say....my ovaries made me do it!

Deep conditioning method Tutorial

Deep conditioner cocktail

So once a week I really make an effort to deep condition my 4 b/c hair/.  Ive used super expensive conditioners in the past but they all pretty much failed.  However while over indulging in youtube vids i came across many naturals who used herbal essence conditioners and loved it...Thus i followed suit and i fell in love: Meet the crew! I use this conditioner(big pump purchased at Costco $9) and mix in the essential and carrier oils i have around the house. See steps below:

1. Pour sufficient amount of conditoner in bowl

2. Mix oils evenly using a small portion of each  (your choice I personally love Almond, Coconut and a bit of Olive oils) together in a seperate mug

3.  Heat oils for appoximatley 1 min 

4. Pour heated oils into bowl with conditioner

5. Stir until mixed together and Apply

6. Cover hair with shower cap or plastic bag for 45 mins (dryer optional I just do work around the house, your body makes its own heat)

*Tip* ( I try and work in sections  through out my hair, this makes it easier causing less tangles and breakage) See vid!

Try it and enjoy!!