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Curvy Intuition

A Plus Size Life, Style, Fashion and Beauty Blog!

My Healthy Reflection: A Journey to a Curvy, Yet Healthier Me!

March 16, 2017

 

Harsh Reality:  One morning I was rushing to get ready for work (as usual).  I just finished applying my make-up and doing my hair.  I dashed past my large freestanding mirror in the bedroom and immediately stopped in my tracks.  I saw a little too much movement in the stomach and thigh area.  I thought it was my imagination and I took a few steps back and looked again.  I wasn’t my imagination.  It was my reflection.  My actual reflection.  I eyes were fixated on my midsection.  I was immediately saddened.  My midsection was round and I mean rotund!  How can this be me?  How did I allow this to happen?  Then I recalled the pizza I had for lunch and the birthday celebration that I attended at Olive Garden the day before and I had my answer.  I surveyed the remainder of my physique starting from my feet, legs, thighs, midsection, chest, arms and finally my face.  My eyes were misty and a look of remorse was plastered on my face.  I threw on my clothes, grabbed my laptop bag and my leftovers from Olive Garden and ran out the door to get to work.

CONTINUE READING

1 Comment CATEGORIES - HEALTH, LIFESTYLETAGGED: exercise, health journey, lifestyle, weight loss, weight watchers

Trending Tuesday: Ashley Nell Tipton Spring 2017 Collection

March 14, 2017

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We were first introduced to Ashley Nell Tipton watching her continuously excel on Project Runway.  Since then, she has launched her second collection with JCPenny.  The Ashley Nell Tipton 2017 Spring Collection is finally here and its even better then the first.  The pieces that she has designed from distressed jeans, bomber jackets, pencil skirts, graphic tees and more.  Got so excited of adding some of these pieces to my wardrobe.    Here are 4 of my favorite pieces from here collection.

Knit Tank Top Plus:  Spring is almost here and this top will truly be incorporated into many spring and summer outfits.  Pair these with a pair of distressed jeans or a maxi skirt and cute flat sandals.  The possibilities are endless.  You can find it here.  Check out the other colors too.

 

Pencil Skirt Plus:  Ahhh!  The pencil skirt.  The pencil skirt is flattering to any figure and I myself have a few pencil skirts, but this one is unique.  Notice the lace detailing?  This skirt can worn down with a simple tee and sneakers or you can wear it to work with a bow blouse and heels.

Tunic Top Plus:  The Tunic top.  A versatile piece indeed.  I love the fact that this dress can be worn with distressed jeans or perhaps leggings and sneakers.  I can’t wait to wear it the first day of spring.  Add a pop of color with a cute red purse.  By the way, it also comes in the color Turquoise.  Will I be purchasing both?  Absolutely!

 

Motorcycle Jacket Plus:  I have never had a motorcycle jacket before.  I have associated the garment with biker chicks and men with usually long facial hair.  When I saw this jacket I immediately added it to my cart.  It is so beautiful with the floral details.  It just “girly” enough for me to add to my wardrobe.  Wear this jacket with skirts, jeans, leggings….anything.

Check out other items from the Ashley Nell Tipton Boutique Spring Collection!

 

 

1 Comment CATEGORIES - FASHIONTAGGED: +Size Fashion, +Size Fashion Designer, Ashley Nell Tipton, Trending Tuesday

Saturday Night Self Care: Avoiding Mental and Physical Breakdown

March 6, 2017

 

I cringed at the sight of the dirty dishes in the sink.

My stomach ached at the sight of the pile of laundry that needed to be sorted, treated and washed.

Grocery shopping had not been done.

The garbage was over flowing.

Floors were not swept or mopped.

Bed sheets had not been changed; hell the bed wasn’t even made!

Living-room hadn’t been cleaned and I think there were a pair of shoes under the coffee table too along with remnants of dinner from the night before.

And the list goes on and on and on…..

CONTINUE READING

Leave a Comment CATEGORIES - LIFESTYLE

March Blogger Goals

March 1, 2017

 

March Blogging Goals

 

February is now gone and it was a GREAT month!  I celebrated my 30 something birthday and I had a blast.   Matter of fact I am still celebrating.  It was also a productive month for my blog.  My social media followers have grown especially on Instagram and Twitter.  Every single day I look forward to a notice from Hootsuite informing me of a new follower or mention!  I get so excited.

I am truly excited that my blog has grown, however it has not grown as much as I want it to.  To be honest, I am still flexing my writing muscles, so creating great content is a bit challenging.  Luckily, I have joined a great blogging network, which allows me to interact other bloggers, gain ideas on future posts, etc.  If you are a new blogger, I totally recommend joining a blogging network.

Blogger Relationships:

I have enjoyed interacting with other bloggers through my blogger network.  It is a great way to network which is important to building your email list.  I would like to meet and follow (5) new bloggers this month.

Read More Blogs:

READING other blogs is important.  Not just blogs in genre, but others as well.  My blog is mostly lifestyle and fashion based.  However, I read blogs about music, business, DIY and others that peak my interest.  :o)

Build Email List:

I should have started my email list a long time ago.  Creation of an email list is essential to blogger growth. I am thinking of creating a monthly newsletter, which would showcase additional content, fashion tips and tricks, networking events, etc.

Batch Content:

Balancing my full time job and my blog is a little challenging, but manageable with the use of applications and effective scheduling.  I have scheduled time during the weekend to write out my posts for the week including social media.

Take More Pictures:

I say this every single month.  I need to take more pictures.  I have been having a little anxiety about posting pictures of myself.  Sounds weird right?  Its the truth.  After consulting with other bloggers; I have learned that there are others who have the same problem.  I have partnered with a great photographer who also happens to be a fellow blogger.  Check out my Instagram and Snapchat for more selfies! :o)

Product Hauls and Videos:

I always admired haul videos! I don’t have the professional photo set up, but my iPhone is just going to have to do! lol

Leave a Comment CATEGORIES - LIFESTYLETAGGED: Blogger Growth, March Blogging Goals, Social Media Growth

Blogger Brilliance Feature: The Butler Journal

February 28, 2017

Hey Curvy Cuties!  Its time for another Blogger Brilliance Feature!  This months blog is one of my personal favorites.  As an accountant, I often visit finance based blogs.  I first encountered Jason Butler in one of my blogging groups and I quickly became a fan.  His blog called The Butler Journal is quite inspiring when it comes to finance and giving helpful tips on how to pay down and eventually eliminate debt by “side hustling.”   I approached Jason about being featured on on my blog and he graciously accepted.  I encourage you to read  How I Made Over $11,000 Side Hustling in 2016.Jason specifically chose this post because hard work pays off. He started side hustling a couple of years ago to help pay off my debt. Like everyone else he had encountered  a lot of ups and downs, but 2016 showed him that through perseverance you can achieve anything!

Happy Reading!

 

 

 

Leave a Comment CATEGORIES - BLOGGER BRILLIANCETAGGED: Blogger Brilliance, Eliminate Debt, Fiance, Lifestyle Blogger, Side Hustle, The Butler Journal

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