I can't make excuses or really give a good explanation for my recent absence!!! I have not updated you on my world, I haven't given you any photos. I haven't even told you if I've gained, lost, or swallowed an elephant. I'm sad to say, I've been a BAD Blogger...
So let's jump right into it!!! Over the past month I've done a little bit of this and a little bit of that. One, included moving into a fabulous new apartment. It's not exactly what I've been hoping for (SICK OF RENTING) but it's super cute!!! It has a vintage feel with chic hardwood floors, its spacious almost like a downtown warehouse and most importantly, it's mine!!!
I've also done a bit of local hanging! Back in June a couple of friends and I attended Step Afrika's Home Performance Series in support of
Ms. Dionne Eleby. As always, Step Afrika performed stunningly well and represented a very different rhythmic flow then they have in the past. They still kept their audience well engaged and hanging on to, literally, their every step!
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Opening Night (left to right) Lauren, Tiff, Ama, Dionne |
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VIP Night...w/ Keina Hodge |
Just last week, I traveled to the Tampa, FL area. I had the pleasure of spending time with my cousin and got to enjoy just being out of DC. Don't get me wrong, I love my city! But it definitely felt good to get away. Five days in Tampa was just what I needed!! A little beach time, swimming in the pool, jacuzzi relaxation, site seeing and GOOD food. ALL of the things I need for a good vacay. Luckily, I came back rejuvenated and more excited about my life. REALIZATION - occassionally you have to step out of the normalcy of your own life in order to realize what you've got GOOD or better yet GREAT!!!
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My Cousin Danielle |
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Clearwater Beach, FL |
Lastly, I went home!!! Home as in the Northern Neck of VA. That's where my mom, brother, grandparents and my niece live. So even though DC is where I live, was born and mostly raised. The Neck is where my heart resides. While home I also enjoyed time with some of my oldest friends. We took on a local boat party that was ALL you can EAT and DRINK for $25. In DC, you might get two drinks for $25....forget about the food. Besides the good country eating and strong bottom shelf drinks, hanging with old friends was especially a blast!!!
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Northern Neck, VA
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Lighthouse in Reedville, VA |