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Wednesday, March 20, 2013
Monday, March 18, 2013
Pensive's Thought of the Day
I'm greatly annoyed by alot of things. One of those things that I'm annoyed by is a persons need to say things in order to fit in or have something in common with the person they're talking to. I follow this rule: If you have nothing to contribute to the conversation. Dont. Please spare me. It's better to be thought of as a fool than to open your mouth and prove it to be correct.
For instance, I was speaking with a friend a while back and we were talking about buying expensive items. I made a comment that I didn't have the money to buy certain items (i'll explain my stance later). The friend then said that she too didn't have the money for said item. Sounds like a regular convo, right? WRONG. Here's the thing, said person DOES have the money for it because she actually owns the item. The VERY item we were speaking of.
After calling her out on her contradiction, the comment was brushed off like it was nothing, blamed on an ailment or absent mindedness, but I cant help but to think she does this often. Friend will make comments in attempt to relate and hold conversation. Frankly its annoying.
Now, before you say I'm character assassinating, I'm not. I happen to really like the friend, but hate those types of conversations....We're poor...we cant afford that, I cant get this, I cant get that.....SAVE IT!
If I am going to engage in verbal intercourse, I would like an organic, and truthful , free flowing, no frills and no fluff conversation. We don't have to have anything in common about every subject and he or she doesn't have to pretend poor because its the "in" thing to do.
Look, she's blessed. I want her to own it. Of course she doesn't have EVERYTHING she wants, but she does have everything she needs, plus that added bonus of LOVE.
Last word: Be truthful about your blessings and don't be afraid to say, Alhamdulilah, Allah blessed us to be able to.....
For instance, I was speaking with a friend a while back and we were talking about buying expensive items. I made a comment that I didn't have the money to buy certain items (i'll explain my stance later). The friend then said that she too didn't have the money for said item. Sounds like a regular convo, right? WRONG. Here's the thing, said person DOES have the money for it because she actually owns the item. The VERY item we were speaking of.
After calling her out on her contradiction, the comment was brushed off like it was nothing, blamed on an ailment or absent mindedness, but I cant help but to think she does this often. Friend will make comments in attempt to relate and hold conversation. Frankly its annoying.
Now, before you say I'm character assassinating, I'm not. I happen to really like the friend, but hate those types of conversations....We're poor...we cant afford that, I cant get this, I cant get that.....SAVE IT!
If I am going to engage in verbal intercourse, I would like an organic, and truthful , free flowing, no frills and no fluff conversation. We don't have to have anything in common about every subject and he or she doesn't have to pretend poor because its the "in" thing to do.
Look, she's blessed. I want her to own it. Of course she doesn't have EVERYTHING she wants, but she does have everything she needs, plus that added bonus of LOVE.
Last word: Be truthful about your blessings and don't be afraid to say, Alhamdulilah, Allah blessed us to be able to.....
Sunday, March 17, 2013
On being a vegetarian
I've embarked on a new un-political and completely nonjudgmental quest to become a vegetarian.
I say its non political because while I can survive without eating meat, I cannot survive without my leather handbags. I'm such a hippo-grit!
This is a very personal choice that I made--- not a family venture; and yes, I do cook meat for them. My journey, hopefully, will make me as healthy as I can be. And-- before YOU say it, I will (read, in my whiny voice): "You could still eat meat and still be healthy."
However, my meat consumption was just a little overboard. On my first full day of being a vegetarian, I looked at the leftover meat from dinner and frankly, it was enough to feed 2 more people. Uh... Not good. That meat portion would have easily been my first and second helping. Ummm Hmmm.
Soooooo, after being a vegetarian for the last two weeks here are my findings: I already feel lighter. My energy and agility has increased. I can do more work and that's a good thing. My skin is showing signs of improvement. Another plus is that my grocery bill has decreased!
I still have the occasional craving for meat. Just the other day Ani bought fried chicken and it took everything I had not to take a bite. That chicken was calling my name. I wanted to sneak a piece.
Oh yeah, the thought crossed my mind and then I remembered something my grandmother would say when faced with adversity: "Get thee behind me Satan!". I know what you're thinking...This is extreme! I wasn't exactly battling Satan, but this chicken was evil to the core. So I improvised:
After rebuking the evil chicken all was well in the world!
Well the chicken isn't exactly behind me because I still eat eggs. I also consume cheese and foods made with cows milk. I eventually want to become full vegan, but that is not for me at this point.
Just in case you're wondering what I'm eating, here's one of my daily meal plans:
Breakfast: Egg, spinach, mushroom & tomato omelette with orange juice
Snack: Raspberry Greek yogurt with peanuts or a small tub of pringles
Lunch: Raw or lightly steamed veggies on a multigrain wrap and a side of carrots or radishes
Dinner: Black Beans & Rice & a cup of joe
I say its non political because while I can survive without eating meat, I cannot survive without my leather handbags. I'm such a hippo-grit!
This is a very personal choice that I made--- not a family venture; and yes, I do cook meat for them. My journey, hopefully, will make me as healthy as I can be. And-- before YOU say it, I will (read, in my whiny voice): "You could still eat meat and still be healthy."
However, my meat consumption was just a little overboard. On my first full day of being a vegetarian, I looked at the leftover meat from dinner and frankly, it was enough to feed 2 more people. Uh... Not good. That meat portion would have easily been my first and second helping. Ummm Hmmm.
Soooooo, after being a vegetarian for the last two weeks here are my findings: I already feel lighter. My energy and agility has increased. I can do more work and that's a good thing. My skin is showing signs of improvement. Another plus is that my grocery bill has decreased!
I still have the occasional craving for meat. Just the other day Ani bought fried chicken and it took everything I had not to take a bite. That chicken was calling my name. I wanted to sneak a piece.
Oh yeah, the thought crossed my mind and then I remembered something my grandmother would say when faced with adversity: "Get thee behind me Satan!". I know what you're thinking...This is extreme! I wasn't exactly battling Satan, but this chicken was evil to the core. So I improvised:
GET THEE BEHIND ME CHICKEN!
subtle homage to Celie when standing up to Mister....
After rebuking the evil chicken all was well in the world!
Well the chicken isn't exactly behind me because I still eat eggs. I also consume cheese and foods made with cows milk. I eventually want to become full vegan, but that is not for me at this point.
Just in case you're wondering what I'm eating, here's one of my daily meal plans:
Breakfast: Egg, spinach, mushroom & tomato omelette with orange juice
Snack: Raspberry Greek yogurt with peanuts or a small tub of pringles
Lunch: Raw or lightly steamed veggies on a multigrain wrap and a side of carrots or radishes
Dinner: Black Beans & Rice & a cup of joe
March Purchases & Reviews
Big Buddah- Jsmikey in BurntI Love the look of CHANEL, but hate the price.
This Big Buddah gives me EVERYTHING I need. I love the chain detail and the richness of the burnt orange leather. This will be a staple year round.
Asos Curve- Jersey top with Dip Back in Cream
This shirt speaks for itself. It goes well with jeans & skirts.
Rachel Pally Salon Z Printed Maxi
Cute & functional. I bought it large enough to be worn as an outside abaya. I wear my dresses a s a palette to be mixed and matched with my colorful pieces.
Spring 2013 Colorway Trends-Pantone
Here are the trends for this year. Closer inspection shows that the colors are bright & vivid! My style is colorful, yet practical.
Here's my take on this:
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| Violet & Gold |
Lemon Zest & Gray
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| Emerald & Monaco |
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| Tribal Nectarine & Neutral on Black |
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| Poppy on Neutral |
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