Just one of those days.....

Poop.

Xoxox,
Jayy

Forgiveness.

Photos by Riley Fields

Thrifted Red Plaid scarf, Thrifted Oversized-sweater, Forever21 leggings, and Target Boots

 For some odd reason, every single time I hear the word forgiveness, I think of the movie Just Friends, where Anna Faris sings the lyrics, "Forgiveness...is more than saying sorry...forgiveness." Ha! Listen to the song here! What a great movie...
ANY WHO, forgiveness is something that has been on my heart lately. I remember my brother telling me that I can forgive but never forget. Now, I find myself trying to forget without actually forgiving. I have been praying and praying about it. I feel as it is meant for me to not only forgive someone in my heart, but to tell them that I forgive them; let them know that I have been praying for them and that I forgive them. Not only will that take a huge load off of my back, but it will show the other person how much of a "bigger" person I am. *Sighs of relief* However, until that day, I need to find forgiveness in my heart; I must truly release the hate, negative thoughts, and heartbreak that remains inside before I truly forgive.


I guess forgiveness really is more than saying sorry...
Xoxo,
Jayy

10,000 hours

Experts say that if you want to truly become an expert in your field, you have to dedicate 10,000 hours of practice. The 10,000 hours rule is a confirmation that "practice makes perfect". In Malcom Gladwell's book Outliers he explains just that. According to an interview with Gladwell, Gates met the 10,000-Hour Rule when he gained access to a high school computer in 1968 at the age of 13, and spent 10,000 hours programming on it. Gates now has a net worth of $50 Billion.
Also, Gladwell states that The Beatles played live in Hamburg, Germany about 1,200 times, which surpassed their 10,000 hours.
Whether it's art, music, computer programing, sports or even your full-time job, if you put the time in, you'll see results.

Here are videos of prime examples of hard work paying off. Basketball is the sport I love and I am more than willing to put the time in to see progress in my game and my confidence. Remember, don't be afraid of hard work because it will ALWAYS pay off.

ARE YOU WORKING HARD OR HARDLY WORKING?

xoxo,
Jayy

Future DIY projects

I am all for Do It Yourself (DIY) projects! Half of my closet consists of DIY fashion that I made once I discovered that thrift stores are a gift from God. I made distressed shorts and bow ties last summer and made some extra money that way. I definitely plan to do that again this summer.
Here is a list to get your DIY-heart pumping.

1. Cheetah Distressed Shorts
How adorable are these!? Not only do I love the color, but I'm a unofficial member of The Cheetah Girls...they just don't know it yet.


2. One- sided Printed Distressed Shorts
I made multiple shorts like these last summer ; they were a fav with my customers. For the next go-around, I want to get more advanced. I plan to use different fabrics: floral, lace, sunflower print, aztec print, superhero print, plaid, pinstripe, stars, studded, and I plan to do the same for the back pockets as well.


3. Shredded Jeans 
This look is walking a thin line to "trashy", but I am a firm believer that is all about how you style the trend. I love the consistent shreds all the way down each leg. Paired with a tank top and a colored blazer with sandals, this DIY has instant classiness.

4. Sequin Blazer 
Could it be? Two of my favorite things in one? Yes! This seems like a lot of sewing, but I'm up for the challenge; plus,it would totally be worth it because I just might wear this everyday of my life..


5. Peek-a-boo Shoulders Deniem Shirt
Favorite thing about this shirt is that you can dress it up or keep it casual. Love love love!


I'll post soon my past DIY projects. 
Have fun!

xoxo,
Jayy