tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-39858897771693143932024-03-13T08:44:37.955-07:00Through Mine Eyez Experience Life! Fashion! Food! Friends! Family! Travel! absolutely anything.. through mine eyes ;DLilianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02633865626473964350noreply@blogger.comBlogger52125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3985889777169314393.post-86739099592359939232016-01-26T23:06:00.001-08:002016-02-03T09:44:19.457-08:00HAPPY NEWYEAR/BIRTHDAY TO ME <div dir="ltr">
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My year literally begins on my birthday. So this is HAPPY NEW YEAR FOR ME. </div>
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My entire life so far can be described in one very easy sentence: "everything I planned did not happen as I planned but I got the best out of Life regardless". </div>
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With that, I guess I have learnt not to make any New Year Resolutions. Don't get me wrong, I have absolutely nothing against New Year Resolutions - I just don't make them for myself. </div>
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I love the freedom of having to change my mind in the course of the year, the liberty of switching my plans that I thought would work for some that can actually work because the weather took an unforeseen turn or the economy plummets suddenly. It really has a lot to do with not wanting to be stuck to my one resolution and waiting the following year to implement a New one. Oh No! That's not me! </div>
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So, with the Supernatural help of God, I wish myself a year of; </div>
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1) Fitness and Good health </div>
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3) Great ideas and the Energy to implement them </div>
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4) Great friends and the heart to love them unconditionally<br />
5) Job 'satisfaction' and the wisdom to work smart<br />
6) Experiences that last a life time <br />
7) Humility to be able to serve others <br />
8) A Heart to love and show love <br />
9) The Hunger to Know God more<br />
10) The Zeal to Keep pushing, Growing, Learning and Feeding off of everyone I meet. </div>
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Most Importantly, I pray for God's will over my Life because in the End, that's all that matters. </div>
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To be honest with you, I am not sure I know what mentor-ship is about, I have never done this before, not like how it is really done. For a while now, I have said I want to mentor young people, boys and girls but I have never actually been mentored myself by anyone.<br />
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I have been thinking a lot about how the aspect of Mentor-ship has been missing in my life. For some odd reason, I have spoken of it and advised people to get a mentor themselves yet I had none. So I took a positive step and reached out to a couple of individuals I thought would help my professional, academic and everyday life, Mentor-ship wise.<br />
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After I made the very courageous step of emailing/speaking to three(3) people I admire greatly, I stumbled upon an article which made everything in my stomach turn! I kid you not, I felt sick and embarrassed.<br />
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I think I just made the common mistake that most people make when it comes to mentoring - I officially would like to bury myself in the sand now, thank you.<br />
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I will shortly share those common mistakes I learnt only today after I express how awkward my life has just become. I did nothing the article advised, I literally went in for the kill " be my mentor or else.." and now I want to retract all my emails *sigh*<br />
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I hope it is not too late for you too, lol. I do hope my prospective mentors do not feel pressured into a YES I will mentor you.. or worse, a NO. However, I do appreciate this blog <a href="http://goinswriter.com/find-mentor/"> http://goinswriter.com/</a> for this article on finding a Mentor. Here goes;<br />
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<span style="font-family: Oxygen; font-size: 30px; line-height: 40px; text-align: center;"><b>Common misconceptions of mentoring</b></span><br />
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"I have a passion to see that change. There is a lot of misunderstanding about how mentoring works, including how to begin a relationship with a mentor. Here are some of them:</div>
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Face it: Everything you know about mentoring may be wrong. It’s time to start seeking out a mentor the right way. In finding a mentor, there are 10 important steps I’ve found that usually work:</div>
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<span style="font-family: Oxygen; font-size: 30px; line-height: 40px; text-align: center;">1. Find someone you want to be like</span></div>
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Don’t just find someone who has a job you want or a <a href="http://goinswriter.com/platform/" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #dd3333; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; transition: 0.3s; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank" title="Platform">platform</a> that you covet.</div>
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Find someone that is like you, someone with a similar set of strengths and skills you want to emulate. Otherwise, you’ll just end up frustrated.</div>
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Spend some time finding the right person. In fact, have several candidates before committing to a single mentor.</div>
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<span style="font-family: Oxygen; font-size: 30px; line-height: 40px; text-align: center;">2. Study the person</span></div>
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Follow his blog. Get to know people who know him.</div>
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If you don’t know the person well, see if he is really like his public persona projects.</div>
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Make sure you understand his strengths and weaknesses. Set your expectations realistically.</div>
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<span style="font-family: Oxygen; font-size: 30px; line-height: 40px; text-align: center;">3. Make the “ask”</span></div>
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Don’t ask for the person to “be your mentor” right off the bat. That’s a big ask. Far too big for the first meeting.</div>
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Rather, ask for an initial meeting — something informal, over coffee maybe. Keep it less than an hour.</div>
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Come with questions that you’re prepared to ask, but let the conversation flow relationally. (Note: the formality really depends on the potential mentor’s communication style — something you should be aware of before the initial meeting.)</div>
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When in doubt about when to make the ask, just <a href="http://goinswriter.com/influence-people/" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #dd3333; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; transition: 0.3s; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank" title="The Most Overlooked Secret to Influencing People">go for it</a>. (That’s what I do, and it usually works.)</div>
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After meeting, do you want to spend more time with this person?</div>
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Did she begin the meeting by encouraging you or telling you what to do? Did she ask questions, or wait to provide answers?</div>
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Did you leave the meeting feeling <em style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; border: 0px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">better</em> about yourself? Was a connection made? If not, feel free to let the relationship go and seek out someone else, instead. You don’t have time to waste on a self-centered tyrant.</div>
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If it went well, then immediately put together a follow-up plan.</div>
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<span style="font-family: Oxygen; font-size: 30px; line-height: 40px; text-align: center;">5. Follow up after the meeting</span></div>
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This is not like dating. It’s okay to appear overly ambitious. You want this person to know that you’re serious.</div>
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It’s appropriate to follow up immediately, thanking your prospective mentor for her time.</div>
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A good way to do this is via email or other form of passive communication, so that you don’t appear overbearing or waste the person’s time.</div>
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This is also a good time to mention that you’d like to do it again. If she reciprocates, offer to get something on the calendar. (You may need to suggest a time.)</div>
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Make sure that it feels relaxed and not contrived. You’re still vetting each other at this point.</div>
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We sometimes place too high of expectations on mentoring. We want to give it a name, because it gives us a sense of status and importance. But really it’s just a relationship.</div>
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Mentoring is organic. It’s healthy to let it grow like any other relationship — over time and based on mutual respect and trust.</div>
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Don’t force it. That will kill a potential mentoring relationship faster than anything. Give it time; it needs to grow.</div>
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<span style="font-family: Oxygen; font-size: 30px; line-height: 40px; text-align: center;">7. Don’t check out when you feel challenged</span></div>
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I was recently speaking with a friend who’s mentored a number of young men over the years. He said the saddest part about what he does is that a lot of guys check out whenever he challenges them.</div>
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It <em style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; border: 0px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">will</em> happen. You’ll get to a point where your mentor will feel comfortable enough to call you out. And what you do next is crucial to your growth.</div>
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Remember: this is what you signed up for. Don’t wimp out when it gets tough; this is where the really good stuff happens.</div>
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<span style="font-family: Oxygen; font-size: 30px; line-height: 40px; text-align: center;">8. Press into relationship</span></div>
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Don’t wait for the mentor to initiate. Learn how to <a href="http://goinswriter.com/how-to-manage-up/" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #dd3333; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; transition: 0.3s; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank" title="How to Manage Up">manage up</a>. Persevere. Ask for more of your mentor without demanding it.</div>
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This doesn’t bother him (at least, it shouldn’t). It honors him. It shouldn’t be a big deal to ask this person to coffee or lunch, outside of your normal meeting time.</div>
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If a mentor can’t be a friend, then he’s probably not a mentor. Finding ways to solidify the bond you’ve created will only strengthen the relationship.</div>
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<span style="font-family: Oxygen; font-size: 30px; line-height: 40px; text-align: center;">9. Ask your mentor for feedback</span></div>
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Feedback can be hard, but it’s good. As your relationship with your mentor progresses, this will be the #1 way you grow. It will be a highlight for the both of you.</div>
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While asking for feedback may initially feel weird, eventually it will become almost second-nature. You will find yourself thirsting for those words you used to fear.</div>
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Similarly, a good mentor will treat these times with great care and sensitivity.</div>
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You can’t be mentored in a summer. That’s an internship. Mentoring takes real time and real work.</div>
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In order for it to be a real mentorship, you have to commit to the relationship. Come hell or high water, you’re going to make it work. Then, you will <em style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; border: 0px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">begin</em> to understand what it means to be a student, a disciple, a protege"</div>
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I feel like a let down but do share how you went about getting a mentor, maybe i am not a complete failure. Or should i just wait on the emails to be returned?! #yikes.</div>
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Getting to know my body and its limits has been an interesting journey thus far.</div>
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My fitness Goals evolve every so often as I change habits and I have found that with my past schedule not allowing me any time to write, I still made time to feed my body and soul - That level of Commitment to myself impresses me. *shrugs to self*<br />
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It is with that same level of commitment that I have decided to embark on this new challenge in search of pole dancing classes.</div>
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Yes, okay, I get it, the Zambian society is probably frowning at this, jaw dropping piece of news. I know it is probably socially UN-ACCEPTABLE perhaps because it is associated with strip clubs and night clubs, but really it is just a form of performance art that combines dance and aerobics centered on a vertical pole - and recently has become a form of fitness.. and guess what.. it is my fitness goal and I am willing to put myself through it - *smiles at the thought*</div>
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I have read that pole dance requires a lot of significant strength, flexibility and endurance and that clearly ticks every box on my fitness goal for the coming year.<br />
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Pole dance basically involves athletic moves such as climbs, spins and body inversions using the limbs to grip *shrieks with excitement*. I may seem excited but I also know the amount of work that will be required of me and my body. My upper body and my core strength are required to attain proficiency and the training will apparently be very laborious. I am Ready!</div>
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And <span style="text-align: justify;">NO, I have not YET found a class or any clue where to start but as soon as I do, I am jumping to that opportunity, best believe. I have this one body and I need to know what flying in it feels like. </span><br />
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<span style="text-align: justify;">So Good luck to me right? *bites nails*</span><br />
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<i><span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow', sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">"It is not the critic
who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where
the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man
who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood;
who strives valiantly; who errs, who comes short again and again, because there
is no effort without error and shortcoming; but who does actually strive to do
the deeds; who knows great enthusiasms, the great devotions; who spends himself
in a worthy cause; who at the best knows in the end the triumph of high
achievement, and who at the worst, if he fails, at least fails while daring
greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who
neither know victory nor defeat." <o:p></o:p></span></i></div>
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the arena, the one that knows what blood, sweat and tears taste like than the
critic who dare knows neither victory nor defeat!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow', sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">To me, this is really about choosing to be the fearless version of
myself; the one that opened a
company that had its ups and downs because she wasn’t certain how to, the one
who still went ahead and fought her way up through hard work, planning and
strategy, the one who got her fitness back, the one who studied long hours with
no sleep to get her school out of the way, the one who never gave up because
the economy seemed nuts and everything was falling apart. The one who does and
eventually becomes everything she ever dreamed of. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow', sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">I want to forever be that
fearless version of myself.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow', sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt; text-align: center;">The battle between the great me and the average me - ashamed to say that the average me has won a lot of those battles. When asked what my biggest fear is, I would</span><span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow', sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt; text-align: center;"> say it has been the fear of my true potential - of finding out where exactly I belong in the food chain... but really and </span><span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow', sans-serif; font-size: 18px; text-align: center;">truly</span><span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow', sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt; text-align: center;">, with great power comes Great RESPONSIBILITY, could it be that that is my greatest fear? </span></div>
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Lilianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02633865626473964350noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3985889777169314393.post-28641797381353024962015-09-29T07:10:00.003-07:002015-09-29T07:10:55.943-07:00STYLE CRUSH TUESDAYFashion blogging is really big in Africa now. some Fashionistas are making a proper living out of it - from styling celebrities in their country to selling products for stores and let's not forget the amazing features in Magazines and the recognition that comes with it. It amazing to see that one can make money from their passion, especially in Africa.<br />
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The other get thing about fashion bloggers is that you get to see the best of all Fashion worlds literally, the expression of self is indescribable.<br />
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Currently, my style crush has to be the beautiful and stylish <a href="https://instagram.com/stylebyada/">Ada</a>. Her outfits are so easy and comfortable and others sophisticated and daring yet so relatable - she dresses up and down with such ease. She throws pieces together effortlessly - she is definitely my STYLE CRUSH TUESDAY!<br />
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When I meet him, I will know him.<br />
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He will love me like Christ loved the church, he will carry me when I am weak, we will be each other’s relief on a long busy day. He will like trees. He will smell like…..men! he will smile so wide that he will draw anyone and everyone in. His teeth will be imperfectly perfect. He will tower over me but never make me feel like a subordinate. We will be equals, partners in this thing called life….<br />
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And when I say I do… I will be happy to be called Mrs xxxxxxx. I am not giving up my independence, I am not giving up my family name.. I am still a woman, I still have my ambitions and my goals and all the wonderful things I would like to achieve, I would like to believe. I am not giving up anything, as a matter of fact, i am gaining something – gaining a whole new family that I will love and care for, a whole new set of friends that have loved him all their life. I am gaining a whole New responsibility - one that I have to carry with dignity, wear it with honor.. almost like I must give a slight bow every time someone refers to me as Mrs xxxxxxxx. I am a winner!<br />
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And if changing my name to His makes us happy, I will. It’s not a hard and fast rule – its beautiful. I will not be less of myself, a Nakazweh / Sikazweh because my last name changed.. Oh dear me, I will be blessed to be called his Wife.<br />
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And when God blesses us with children, we will raise them the best way we can…and they will carry OUR last name.. and their kids will carry our name and the list will go on until the last of us.<br />
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So if you ask me again why I will change my last name, I will say it’s because I can!<br />
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...and I ask you, why the politics?Lilianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02633865626473964350noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3985889777169314393.post-33033010727787009562015-09-22T06:25:00.001-07:002015-09-22T06:25:08.533-07:00I hate candy!<p dir="ltr">I absolutely hate candy. Don't get me wrong, I eat it, but I hate it. Jelly totes have an even weirder taste yet they suck you in just after the first one. But something they forget to tell us about candy is the tooth decay!</p>
<p dir="ltr">This is kind of like a bad habit. Sweet, instant gratification but the repercussions are fatal and mostly permanent.. </p>
<p dir="ltr">However, this is really about how much I hate candy!</p>
<p dir="ltr"> It makes me incredibly happy in the beginning and then I hate myself for what it feels like in my mouth.. but spitting it out is not an option so I brave it all, down the damn thing and finish the job with a bottle of water. That is how much I hate candy! :D<br><br></p>
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A date with some of Lusaka's quirkiest fashionistas and bloggers meant adventure and fashion in the same sentence. </div>
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We decided our second real date would be a visit to a thrift warehouse somewhere in our City... I mean, what better way to spend an afternoon with crazy fashion heads than to thrift together¿</div>
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It is nearly impossible to get us all in one place at the same time because of our hectic and diverse schedules, but we did so well done to us :)</div>
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We will each blog about the outfits we thrifted and how we dressed up or down each piece.. this should be exciting..</div>
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Follow these awesome beauties and take a look at their thrift pieces from the date;</div>
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*missroxyboyd.blogspot.com</div>
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*misskundwe.wordpress.com </div>
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*www.mafashio.co.zm</div>
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Lilianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02633865626473964350noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3985889777169314393.post-75771352299639603292015-09-21T07:00:00.001-07:002015-09-21T07:00:48.254-07:00LETTER TO MY 16 YEAR OLD SELF<div class="MsoNormal">
<b>ON BOYS <o:p></o:p></b></div>
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At this age, I should warn you. If he tells you he loves you
he most probably does not know what he means – or maybe he does. I can see a
lot of relationships lasting that started at this age so I don’t know what to
tell you, Uhm, stay away from them?! Make lasting friendships if they feel right
but do not be swayed by cheap talk. I really do not know what to tell you. I
think you are doing pretty well. <o:p></o:p></div>
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The one thing though, do not let a Boy define your
beauty. You are GORGEOUS!<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>ON BULLIES<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Bullies are cowards! They prey on who they think is weak
because they themselves are weak, in fact the weakest. Pray for them because you
will never know the struggle they have. And you, do not believe what they say
about you. Like you have always done. Continue to be yourself. Your teachers
will see your potential and elevate you! <o:p></o:p></div>
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You will know what I mean when You get to this age. They are
either your friends now, or……… I don’t even know where they are. They simply don’t
matter!<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>ON CAREER<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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To be honest with you, I would confuse you now if I tell you
that you will follow in your Father’s footsteps and become an Insurance and
Risk Management official.. and you will study Law, yes, law, at the insistence
of your mother, (who by the way truly knows everything….like google) and guess
what else, you will not only like to draw on paper, you will take it a higher and paint people’s faces. Yes, I know, this one is a shocker considering
at this age, all you care about is being as good as your brother and
rapping <strike>as well</strike> as Eminem (all tapes censored, I know). So do not worry too
much I think, just study hard and put yourself at an advantage, ready for
anything.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>ON LOVE<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Take your time, this may sound cliché to you but trust me on
this, When you meet him, you will know. He will smell like Safari for men and
you will enjoy his cooking, yes, he will be able to cook very well. And you
will most probably live like hippies because deep down, that is what you are... but you are only 16, don't worry about those things. Eyes on the Prize!<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>ON FRIENDS<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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All the friends you made at this age, your inner circle
is…….. guess what……………………………………………. STILL your inner circle. So love them
right, protect them, eat with them, pray with and for them. You may all not be
in the same town or time-zone but believe me when I say they have your back.
They will call you on your birthday, they will call you and keep in touch every time something important happens in your life. Later, you will meet some more beautiful souls, nothing like you ever thought existed. You will love them, they will love you and help you and you will learn from them.. you will be super excited about these friendships. they will become your sisters. Good People Exist!<b> </b></div>
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<b>ON GOD</b></div>
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Child! keep trusting in Him for He really does control everything. experience Him for yourself to have the full experience. i wish you well on that! PRAY!</div>
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<b>ON FAMILY<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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……..LOVE THEM, LISTEN TO THEM, HUG THEM, KISS THEM and DANCE
with your FATHER!!!! you will make mistakes, heck they will make mistakes but they truly are Heaven's gift to you - God's very image! so Treasure the moments and Love all the ups and downs because that is what makes you. I know this now, they want the best for you so embrace it and thank them. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Lastly, I wish I could spend time coaching you on what to do right but the MISTAKES have made you so much better.. so enjoy this life and make the best of every moment!</div>
Lilianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02633865626473964350noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3985889777169314393.post-72237064852512319072015-09-03T15:25:00.001-07:002015-09-03T15:25:09.345-07:00PEACE<p dir="ltr">Once attained........ everything else feels like a none-entity. Peace is something known to man only when it lacks.. <br></p>
<p dir="ltr">I have never known a peace such as this only after letting go of my burdens..<br></p>
<p dir="ltr">I often wonder why it takes so long to undress oneself for peace.. but I guess it takes a long time for the lessons that come along with the lack of peace to be fully appreciated.</p>
<p dir="ltr">I choose Peace!</p>
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It was true.. I was NUDE!</p>
<p dir="ltr">At first I wanted to hide and then I realised there was no place to go that He did not know.. there was nothing I could do that He would not find out.. He would find out, He would find me!! it was true.. I was NUDE!</p>
<p dir="ltr">So now, I gathered myself and decided to just face Him.. I was ready with my defence.. I mean, what was the worst that could happen? I would either have to face Him or ....... face Him. There was no way out of this one.. it was true.. I was NUDE!</p>
<p dir="ltr">Mind made up, I was going to face Him.. and like a baby with its body full of sand, I was NUDE before the Lord.. and that was the best decision I ever made.. because Nothing else mattered. </p>
<p dir="ltr">It is true.. I AM NUDE!!</p>
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<p dir="ltr">I have not the fondest idea of where I will be in the next 5 years, believe it or not.. I know that would displease a panel of interview judges but it's true.. I know I would like (heck, love) to be successful and working my dream job and raising a munchkin or two, happily married yada yada.... but to be fair, that is living too far a head of myself.. </p>
<p dir="ltr">Don't get me wrong, I want all those good things listed above, like anyone else I have aspirations.. but for once, can life just be lived for now and less Projected!</p>
<p dir="ltr">I do believe what you do today will reflect tomorrow and hard work really does pay off.. I also believe in God! In Him being the centre of it all, so before I get so consumed with my 5 year plan that I forget my right now, I will Keep my Life Simple;</p>
<p dir="ltr">In particular order, <u>i</u> have right now plans to eat, sing a song, write a poem, dance, find a plant and name it Pumpkin, call a friend, drink some water, play a sport, love, run, pray, buy a gift for a friend, read a short story, buy another plant, call mum, design something, eat again, take a walk, clean my room, buy a t-shirt with a message, cut my hair......or not... aaaagh, I just want to keep it Simple!!!</p>
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<p dir="ltr">The color Yellow! Vintage piece and Frilly sleeves.. just like sunflowers, I am a happy girl.</p>
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....Did you know that father's day is on the 3rd Sunday of June? (According to Wikipedia..lol).....that makes it fall on a different day of every year!!! ... This year it falls on the 21st June.. that should be exciting!!</div>
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Please remember to do something exciting for your fathers. </div>
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That said, my Father's day is EVERY DAY because he lives in my HEART <3</div>
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This look is a Father's day look because I adopted his suspenders :)</div>
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Lilianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02633865626473964350noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3985889777169314393.post-60495958201529733282015-06-16T13:46:00.001-07:002015-06-26T02:42:34.180-07:00The rain grows flowers<p dir="ltr">I set out to look for some pictures of strange beauty today. With so much going on in the world, you truly have to count your blessings one by one.<br>
</p><p dir="ltr">I was often told to stand for what I believed, to be myself, to never give up, to speak even when I am not spoken to, not out of arrogance but I guess to let my presence be felt, known and appreciated.</p><p dir="ltr">Now that older, i seem to care less who sees me or knows me. Don't get me wrong! The lessons taught to me before were and still are everything to live by, I would not be where I am now had it not been for those amazing lessons.. I just find that a quiet life is sometimes all one needs. </p><p dir="ltr">I value the silence of my own voice more.</p>
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HELLO 2015<br>
<br>
<br>
I am not sure how many of you bloggers, if any, face the sort of predicament
i face today.<br>
<br>
My dilemma is this that i am just not certain what sort of blogger i want to
be. Whether fashion, lifestyle, fitness, education, food, travel?!<br>
<br>
So much has changed since i last blogged and i am so confused as to what
area i would like to focus on, let alone if i want to blog at all... and yet i
find myself writing down my memories (big and small ) on a piece of paper.<br>
<br>
I am wondering if one part will give me joy more than the other and whether
i even have time to share anything.<br>
<br>
So................ this is the main reason i have been AWOL. Well, the lack
of time or poor management of it.<br>
<br>
I am still not certain what I have decided on. However, I will struggle on
here until I finally figure it out and try to be consistent much I can.<br>
<br>
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Cheers..<br>
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<![endif]-->Lilianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02633865626473964350noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3985889777169314393.post-40549495612445613142013-12-12T07:46:00.000-08:002013-12-12T07:46:27.497-08:00ALL THINGS ZAMBIAN YOUTH!<h3>
ZAMBIAN YOUTH AND TRAITS!</h3>
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I was listening to a study this week about the rate of HIV/AIDS and who is most likely to be infected with it, between the boys and the girls. Apparently it is a no-brainier, it is the young girls and the reason has been attributed to SUGAR DADDIES!! (okay!) <br />
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Let me take you back a little bit, at 11 years old, I walking home with my cousin, laughing and singing and laughing again, (really just being 11 year olds...) this MAN pulls up in his car and smiles at us, I quickly remember him from my father's workplace and I assumed he recognised me because well, I am my father's child and he had met me with my father at one point (not that he should have taken note). So anyway, he smiles at us and I smile back about to address him by his name, he quickly says "ah so u girls like to dance huh? (with that old-man ogle) I have music in my car, come in and dance" ............long pause........... needless to say I am still traumatized to-date!! its been over 10 years and I still remember his smirk. (And for those wondering, NO, we did not go and dance in his car, we RAN!!!! got home and told my mother the story)<br />
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That traumatic experience aside. Today, young girls are literally parading themselves in the streets ( and no I am not talking prostitution) dressed like twenty something year olds trying to attract earth-knows-what! This always happens to me, young girls/ladies literally begin to strut when they see a car approaching to catch the attention of the driver hoping it is a man.... I think to myself, and if I was a man?(a married man) what then do they expect? would I drive slow? stare at her behind, wink at her, talk "down" to her (because thats what that is - talking down) and finally convince (like she did not plan it) her to get in my car and then what?? sex and money is exchanged or we form a long term relationship, I promise to leave my wife ( follow me here, I am still a man in my imagination) and oh wait, I buy her a car, pay for her apartment, and if I am lucky I wont have to buy her 'hair' because almost everyone is going natural..... etc etc...<br />
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<b>BE SMART</b></h3>
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Look, I am not here to name and/or shame any of the girls doing it big in the city of Lusaka, (kuddos to you) or anyone for that matter, I would just like to know WHY? what is the root-cause of all this foolery?? is it the "love of things?" or trying to "fit in"? with other girls that can seemingly 'afford' these things? Again, I am not a judge of anyone but if the rate of HIV/AIDS could reduce, that would help a Nation, OUR Nation, so lets talk about the real issues. It seems a lot of people have either forgotten or put to rest (in their mind) that this pandemic is REAL!! as real as it has always been. The fact that modern medicine is proven to now suppress the effects of the disease does not give any one a licence to either sleep around (unsafe) or to ruin another's life with full knowledge of them having the disease. (yes, people do that so take care.)<br />
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What we all need to remember is we are responsible for our life. Not your partner - so the sooner you get tested and put lay some rules in your relationship, the safer you will be because believe it or not, S/he does not owe you safety. (It's Life!) <br />
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SUGAR DADDY SYNDROME (and some mommies)</h3>
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_YUuVAgUgKI49bzmPIh-RjG0B_FKQP95WFn4_MqiQiDRNXcaOh-9hhjHkGPHOSgK7DjaPUWgJoCnORfVNTxGSEa4Xt5nsLCb8yN443fgHKhoYvlB6Az26rDFQopquITUfWzxoh1a96ic/s1600/08131791_low.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="255" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_YUuVAgUgKI49bzmPIh-RjG0B_FKQP95WFn4_MqiQiDRNXcaOh-9hhjHkGPHOSgK7DjaPUWgJoCnORfVNTxGSEa4Xt5nsLCb8yN443fgHKhoYvlB6Az26rDFQopquITUfWzxoh1a96ic/s320/08131791_low.jpg" width="320" /></a> I mentioned earlier that the reason these young girls are prone to this scourge is because of these men. Sugar daddies (and some mommies when it applies to young guys), I just do not understand what it is they have not TASTED in all their YEARS on this here earth. What is it that is so NEW??? frankly speaking, sex has not attained a NEW meaning lately because the 1900z and 2013 still define it the same. (google!)<br />
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Could it however be attributed to Excitement?? (I hear their years were even more exciting). So then what is it???? Midlife Crisis?? Maybe so, but how about you take your current partner (your long-time wife) to the Bahamas with all your retirement money and have a great time reminiscing the good ol' (yes, OLD) days you had as youngsters THAN make a 20 year old pregnant and leave her child fatherless because you are either going to run away or deny ever knowing her once you are through with her. <br />
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{Picture a life where all girls said NO to such men *loading mental picture*}<br />
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LAZINESS / UNEMPLOYMENT / POVERTY</h3>
Our government is doing the very best it can to create jobs for the unemployed youth of our country. According to <a href="http://www.tradingeconomics.com/zambia/unemployment-youth-total-percent-of-total-labor-force-ages-15-24-wb-data.html">Trading Economics</a>, Y<span id="ctl00_ContentPlaceHolder1_LabelShortDescription">outh unemployment refers to the share of the labor force ages 15-24 without work but available for and seeking employment.</span><br />
<span id="ctl00_ContentPlaceHolder1_LabelShortDescription"></span>The question however is; is our government doing enough to create jobs? or are we, the youth, doing enough to get hired? but that is a post for another day.<br />
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I understand that Poverty and Unemployment is REAL but what is even more real is the laziness amongst us youth. Yes, we can blame the government and how they are not providing enough jobs and/or resources to help our start-up businesses but truth is, until we have a start-up, no resources will be available and I really do not have any real solutions for lack of funds or support for the youth, but I do know that we are responsible for our own lives and the sooner we start creating jobs for ourselves and supporting each other through networking and other means, the better and faster we will get at being independent from this mental slavery.<br />
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I do commend the government however for designing an 'internship programme' for graduates in order for them to gain the much needed 'work experience' that every employer so religiously emphasizes on. (Source on internship : <a href="http://www.lusakatimes.com/2013/12/05/government-designs-internship-programme-graduates-country/">Time of Lusaka </a>). We will wait for 2014 to see how effective this will be.<br />
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So could Laziness, unemployment and poverty be a contributing factor for how careless our youth has been?<br />
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SELF LOVE / VALUE</h3>
I recently read somewhere that 'Comparison is the thief of joy'.. and that statement in itself is the truth! the minute you think your life should have been like ba chite over there is the same minute you rob yourself of all the great opportunities you could have ceased, all the things you could have been because you are too busy trying to get a car like hers / his without fully understanding how they got to that place.<br />
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Oh yes Ladies and Gents it is our time, its time for some self-love.<br />
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CONCLUSION</h3>
This article has been particularly about a mixture of emotions so take what you can, improve what you must and feel free to trash what you do not need. The Questions i pose to you are these:<br />
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1. Are you doing enough to protect yourself against HIV/AIDS?<br />
2. Your character is a direct reflection of your closest company, So who are your closest friends and what do they stand for?<br />
3. Are you Unemployed? what is your experience with prospective employers? how many interviews have you had? What does your CV look like (if you have one)? Who do you network with?<br />
4. What value have you placed on yourself? (people treat you according to how you value yourself) <br />
5. Are you a gold-digger? hahahaha, okay, that is irrelevant. (feel free to smirk!)<br />
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2014 brings with it new opportunities - grab them or Create your own. Either way, don't just sit there and complain, Time is moving and 2014 is fast approaching. After Christmas, life gets back to normal, so stay ALIVE!<br />
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God Bless You <br />
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I have stalled and literally ignored this moment for many
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Actually this is the hardest speech I have ever had to write
because unlike last year I was completely zoned out; unaware of what was going
on. I was in a space where nothing was real to me. Seeing him laying lifeless on the bed wasnt real, seeing him in the coffin was just a bad dream and finally, lowering that coffin six feet into the earth........ that was real! and today.... exactly 12 months later, this is as real as it gets.<br />
I cannot for a second understand how time has gone by so fast. Oh well, only God alone can explain this but some things are left unexplained and i don't mind.<br />
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I wish I could live In October 2012, ALL MY LIFE! because
that way he would still be here! Here forever! I wish I could hide him away
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Today he dies again! I just cant take it. This
time I know its true.. how can I hold back tears when all I feel is pain? I
have the worst headache from suppressing these tears.... I feel like they just wont stop if I let them. I promise, the moment any one mentions your name, my eyes pour... I am like a balloon waiting to just pop. I want to say its okay, you lived your life and it was time for you to go but to me, you are gone too soon.... I have to actively force my brain to ignore the fact that you are not here. But don't worry so much about me, I am not always like this, its just that TODAY marks exactly one year since you answered the bright light call. I can still see your face asking me to let you go. Your body language saying you are safe in God's hands...your eyes that couldn't stop staring at me.. the exact thing i was doing when you were pronounced dead.. wow, you are greatly missed.<br />
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On the 9th we are holding some sort of memorial for you - church service and all, im sure you would storm out of your room and ask everyone to go home because you are safe.... well, either that or you would be happy to see us all gather. I cant promise I wont cry (seeing as thats what I do best these days) but I promise to give the best speech I have ever written (well, when I start to write it).<br />
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Daddy, you meant the world to me.. first God then you.. even mum couldn't fight this order... lol, she just knew I was your girl. But now I am her girl. She is so patient with me.. with all of us. She is doing so well in taking care of the house, just like you groomed her to, because we all know you were King!!<br />
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I am yet to start drafting my tribute to you and when I do, it will describe what a great man you were, an amazing leader, a good friend and the best father one can ever have. You gave me your ALL. You were ever so present- taught me how to walk and eventually how to drive and till today, I drive like a man (well, between that and a bus driver.lol) because you taught me to be independent and never be a push over. I live to make you proud.<br />
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As hard as some days are, I thank the good Lord for your marvellous time here on earth with us. We are so blessed to have been picked to spend the bulk of your earthly time with us. I couldnt have asked for a better mentor. The way you prayed and said "God willing" before everything you wanted to do, I see why you always sought God's permission.<br />
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I won't pre-empty my whole speech here so il leave it at "Enjoy Heaven" BIG G!! (and yes, all of Buff's friends still call you that, #nutcases!)<br />
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I always say that if my cellphone could reach Heaven, your line would forever be engaged! <br />
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Lilianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02633865626473964350noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3985889777169314393.post-82555550658578007952013-10-29T08:34:00.000-07:002013-10-30T00:33:54.937-07:00WOE IS ME!!<br />
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I am too tall<br />
I am too short<br />
My hair is too soft<br />
Mine is too Hard<br />
My Legs are too big<br />
Mine are too skinny<br />
I am too fat<br />
I am too skinny<br />
I eat like a pig<br />
I dont eat at all<br />
You are beautiful - No im not, s/he is<br />
My Stomach has a stomach of its own <br />
My stretch marks - My Scars<br />
My fingers are too long - Mine are too short<br />
My teeth are too stained - My teeth are a maze<br />
My gap is too wide - I wish i had a gap<br />
My eyes are too big - Mine are too small<br />
My ears are too small<br />
My Nose is too wide<br />
My Butt is too big - mine is too small<br />
My eyebrows dont grow as desired - No really, they dont!<br />
My skin is too bright - My skin is too dark<br />
I hate my boobs<br />
I love your body<br />
I wish i had those arms<br />
I wish my hair was as long as *insert*<br />
I wish I was HER!!!!!<br />
My legs are too hairy - Mine have no hair at all<br />
My head is too big<br />
I wish i had a 6pack<br />
I need steroids<br />
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Oh man! Oh man!!I bet you EVERYONE that reads this will tick at the least 5things they have said on that list!! me inclusive!<br />
I am certain God sheds tears everyday when he listens to us talk to ourselves or each other like this!<br />
it seems as though whats trending is Self-bashing! Many will agree with me that 'Thank you' just isnt cool enough as a response anymore...if someone walks up to you with a compliment, the first thing is to counter their compliment - I am such a culprit, I dont receive very well so I will forever find something good on you and compliment that as opposed to soaking in your compliment towards me.. here is a couple of scenarios:<br />
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1. You: you look so good<br />
Me: No, you do.. and your hair is amazing! <br />
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2. Another You: I like your Dress<br />
Me Again: This old thing, yours though.....<br />
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That is me a lot of the time, I cant stand compliments - I want them but they freak me out! I dont get it. But that's most of us. You think you receive compliments well but you really dont. Its either you soak it in too much (conceited) or you don't soak it in at all (weirdly insecure).<br />
Right now you may think you are not insecure because you hit the gym one too many times, you have the perfect butt, your hair is amazing but i bet you something about you (according to you) is amiss. This is just sad!<br />
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To be honest, all our complaints are pretty much things we can change, and those we cant, we embrace because thats what makes YOU! ME!! Unique and wonderfully crafted!! like your HEIGHT!!! (Note to Self!lol)..<br />
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Solutions to your Problems are as follows:<br />
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<b>I am too tall</b> -<br />
....... you'd make an awesome Model<br />
<b>I am too short </b>-<br />
........Wear heels if that's what you need but your height is perfect<br />
<b>My hair is too soft -</b><br />
.......research on how to get it a little more textured but no one hates u because of that<br />
<b>Mine is too Hard -</b><br />
.........moisturize, condition, steam.....<br />
My Legs are too big - Mine are too skinny.......and I bet they are beautiful<br />
<b>I am too fat - </b><br />
........THE FAVORITE!! you know the solution is for you to put that chocolate bar down and start eating healthier, join a gym! don't be lazy!! its all achievable<br />
<b> I am too skinny -</b><br />
........Your metabolism is probably high meaning you burn what you eat quick, if you want to gain some weight, eat regularly and a lot of proteins I think.<br />
<b>I eat like a pig - I don't eat at all - </b><br />
..............Food is meant to keep you going not comfort you when depressed. its not your friend like that. and If you don't eat, how do you expect to survive?<br />
<b>You are beautiful - No im not, she is!! </b>-<br />
..............Yes she is, and so are YOU!<br />
My Stomach has a stomach of its own -<br />
..................... hahaha, now that's just funny #Exercise #Gym #Bootcamp #HealthyEating<br />
<b>My stretch marks - My Scars - </b><br />
..........................Scars are beautiful, they form this mini identity of you. Stretch marks however can be dealt with - try bio-oil. and some scars can fade too.<br />
<b>My fingers are too long - Mine are too short - </b><br />
...........and God meant for them to look just like that!<br />
<b>My teeth are too stained - My teeth are a maze -</b><br />
.................Stained teeth can be whitened! If they are a Maze though, TRUST ME, someone is falling in love with that!<br />
<b>I wish i had a gap between my teeth -</b><b> My gap is too wide - </b><br />
.......................its genetic, its part of you.. but if it is ridiculously side, braces can fix that however, its still beautiful. You wish you had a gap. That's a tough one, Black tape maybe!!<br />
<b>My eyes are too big - Mine are too small -</b><br />
.................Too big?? i say beautiful! Too small?? (story of my life) I say exotic!<br />
<b>My ears are too small -</b><br />
...........But do you hear perfect?? (if the answer is yes then we have no problem)<br />
<b>My Nose is too wide -</b><br />
...............Welcome, You are an African! <br />
<b>My Butt is too big - mine is too small-</b><br />
..............Too Big?? you can either work out to get it trim or embrace your curves! Too small??? Squats work wonders!<br />
<b>My eyebrows dont grow as desired - No really, they dont! -</b><br />
..........Fake them and fake them good!!<br />
<b>My skin is too bright - My skin is too dark - </b><br />
Too Bright? Tan, atleast its temporal! Too Dark??? I cant say Bleach because Dark is beautiful but its your choice entirely.<br />
<b>I hate my boobs -</b><br />
..................With the right bra though....... <br />
<b>I love your body - </b><br />
..................THANK YOU!! #NuffSaid<br />
<b>I wish i had those arms -</b><br />
.......................whats wrong with yours? (dont think i want to hear the response to that!) well, work them out, they will be nice and toned<br />
<b>I wish my hair was as long as *insert* - </b><br />
..............Take great care and begin to grow it!<br />
<b>I wish I was HER!!!!! - </b><br />
..............................No you dont! you are YOU because God wants it this way! you are just having a bad day (month! year!) <br />
<b>My legs are too hairy - Mine have no hair at all -</b><br />
......Too hairy?? shave! No hair..... do you need it?<br />
<b>My head is too big - </b><br />
............and your brain is comfortable so don't worry about it.<br />
<b>I wish i had a 6pack - </b><br />
............well man! Gym! Bootcamp! Healthy Eating! <br />
<b>I need steroids -</b><br />
...................No you dont!! Hardwork can do for you what Steroids wont keep!! <br />
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According to God though we are so BEAUTIFULLY made! We are COMPLETE!
WHOLE in every way manner and form. Everything is in its place. Every
little hair, every dimple, every freckle is just right!! The day You
align your thinking to that of God's, Oh My! you will be unstoppable!
because it is at that point that you realise YOU are the master of your
fate - what you become tomorrow is entirely upto what you do today and that's entirely up to YOU now!! Be the Change you want to see!!! Fortunately and Unfortunately YOU have the Power and if you don't use it, well, hence the unfortunately part!! <br />
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So next time, before you put to shame what God has done, count YOUR BLESSINGS ONE BY ONE and see what the Lord has done for YOU!!!<br />
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This article is not about all the suffering people in the world and counting yourself lucky, its just about a little self appreciation!!! No one will see you for you until you begin to show yourself! Find your true self and sell that to the world!!<br />
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Compliment Someone Today! Love yourself Today!! and Most Importantly THANK GOD for everything, Great and Small! <br />
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#Bless<br />
Lilianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02633865626473964350noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3985889777169314393.post-1771121509509217572013-10-15T07:36:00.002-07:002015-01-29T10:29:22.881-08:00HEALTHY LIFESTYLE!<h2>
PROGRESS!</h2>
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Deciding to live a healthy lifestyle goes beyond looks for me, I mean, its a very good motivator but what are good looks without substance?? Wait..... REWIND... Looking Good is an AWESOME motivator!! But that's not what its all about. we are all such unique individuals and just like our looks, what drives us also differs.. <br />
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I tell you this, your confidence has everything to do with what you look like today - if you are happy (whatever size) confidence will reflect and if not (whatever size again) the lack thereof will reflect as well.. (but that's another blog post)<br />
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Here is MY List (in no particular order) of My Motivations for this healthy lifestyle I have embarked on, (and if looks happen to top the list, Dont judge!!lol)<br />
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1. OUTWARD APPEAL</h4>
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I would (in all honesty) much rather be at 4.. however, I dont know if my genes will take me that far so I will settle for 3 .. (with the facial expression of 2!lol )<br />
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We all need to remember though, that the SCALE really does not have the
final say if your goal is fat-loss.. I say this because during your
workout, you WILL gain muscle and lose fat but its not a guarantee that
you will weigh a lot less.. muscle is more dense than fat (it takes up less space) so think of it
this way, you lose the fat (and look great outward) and gain muscle
which is awesome because it speeds up your metabolism (rate at which you burn calories) and build curves. I find that many people on a
weight-loss program would rather worship the scale than concentrate on
the actual weight being lost and evidenced through the mirror and the loose fitting clothes. <br />
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As a kid, I was much (much much) heavier than I am today, but I guess I cant dwell much on that because most of my adult life, I really have been this size that I am today.. I am at a comfortable size and weight which only bothers me when clothes I really want donot fit - either too small or too big.. this has forced me to either belt everything at the waist or shop at the kiddies in some extreme cases (which I must say has the cutest Tees).. Dont get me wrong, I am no-where near numero Uno (#1) in the picture above and I donot secretely have desires to get there.<br />
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3. HEALTHY LIFESTYLE</h4>
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This is a Lifestyle, not a diet or a Phase! "LIFESTYLE" Period!!<br />
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4. HEALTH & FITNESS</h4>
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If it is up for grabs, Il take it ALL.. from the New Energy Levels, the Great Abs, Strength to Endurance. <br />
Physical fitness is generally achieved through correct <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nutrition" title="Nutrition">nutrition</a> (which I am constantly improving at), <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Physical_exercise" title="Physical exercise">exercise</a> ( join boot camp, a gym or work out with a friend for motivation), <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hygiene" title="Hygiene">hygiene</a> (true story) and <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rest" title="Rest">rest</a> ( yes, leisure, human relaxation and much needed sleep - such a constant battle for me but its the most important and I know this).<br />
I am much leaner than when I started my journey obviously because I have seriously put in a lot of work - is it starting to show yet? I mean, it has been more than 12weeks, it better show!!! <br />
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PERSONAL BENEFITS</h3>
Where do I start? the benefits of regular exercise are endless:- <br />
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<li>Strengthen your bones and muscles - True story! </li>
<li>Improve your mental health and mood - Exercise is the single best thing you can do for your brain in terms of mood, memory, and learning, this is proven by medical practitioners too... I kid you not! something about a hormone. hehe</li>
<li>Improve your ability to do daily activities- I honestly have more endurance now and I am praying to get better every week.</li>
<li>Increase your chances of living longer - and then a genius tells me I might die by a speeding car which totally has nothing to do with health... but maybe if I am fit, I might see it coming my way and run a little faster off of the road than I would have 12weeks ago! just maybe!</li>
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Bottom Line for me is that I want to be able to still work hard and still have a lot of energy left over. I want to be healthy enough to see my kids and theirs, I guess the longevity of life has very little to do with me being able to control that - but it would sure be nice to be able to carry that cross with my new found energy levels and mental health.<br />
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<br />Lilianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02633865626473964350noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3985889777169314393.post-51993635131771502013-09-13T07:53:00.002-07:002013-09-16T07:16:01.471-07:00 KUTOWA DESIGNS - YATATU COLLECTION LOOK-BOOK!Finally I have some time to review the Kutowa Launch from the time I wrote about attending the show.<br />
Towani as usual attracted a vast variety of spectators, from
journalists to officials in the arts Ministry to ordinary fashion
lovers. <br />
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I absolutely enjoyed my time there. Apart from the lovely snacks and wine (which I don't drink but people did not complain about) I met a lot of lovely acquaintances and friends. Towani as usual did not disappoint. The last collection - black and white was particularly my favorite. Classy with lace and jackets that switch from inside out. Amazing work as usual.<br />
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Pictures below courtesy of my lovely friend, radio presenter, not-so-amateur photographer (clearly by the images below), extraordinaire really *drumroll please* Luciano a.k.a Luchi. He is such an amazing person, friend, so intelligent and full of everything LIFE! I cant thank him enough for letting me use his images. Enough talk (type), Enjoy!<br />
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The pictures below courtesy of <a href="http://afro-funk.blogspot.com/">Nambeye</a>, amazing young photographer and journalist. She did justice!<br />
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Without much of a thought I wore the easiest thing my closet could put together. Chitenge skater shirt with matching Chitenge details on my shoes and the rest was black... trust me, black works all the time and I finished it off with this gorgeous drop beaded ear-piece, a gift from an amazing accessories designer from Botswana, Boitshoko Kebakile (Like her FB Page <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/House-of-Divinity-Botswana-based-fashion-accessories-brand/278656358844536?hc_location=timeline">House of Divinity </a>)<br />
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Having attended a number of Zambian fashion shows, there are a lot of things I have picked up and usually I make mental notes but how do we grow if everyone makes a mental note without actually telling anyone.... right? So I have decided to finally put my lessons (general observations) learnt into some form of words:<br />
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Stylists could be Hair stylist, makeup artist and fashion stylist<b> </b><br />
A <b>Fashion Stylist</b> is someone who does not particularly design outfits but has an amazing eye and puts together a particular look or theme for the specific project e.g., a fashion show / launch, photo-shoots..the works.<br />
A <b>Fashion Designer</b> on the other hand is involved in the process of creating garments either by sketching them or actually putting the fabric together by sewing.<br />
A fashion designer is NOT always a great fashion stylist and as we know, to make a successful show, delegation is key. However, I have witnessed some amazing Designers that are blessed with amazing Styling genes too and clearly they do not need any help from external stylists.<br />
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I know for a fact after working behind-the-scenes of fashion shows often that models are tasked to bring their own footwear to pair with their outfits. And some are lucky enough to have great shoes where as others... uhmmm, yeah... so that right there is a problem. Some designers are able to provide foot wear and others may not be able to - so its really quite tough - however, some stores maybe willing to provide foot wear for advertisements but the trend in Zambia really is that no store will lend you shoes unless the walk way is paved with plastic or something of that sort. BUT... this problem can be tackled by a stylist from the Designer's team looking carefully at what the models bring and consider options.<br />
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<span style="font-weight: normal;">This in my books is a Must!! its such an add-on to your advertising. I have noticed that most Mcz are also tasked to bring their own clothes but come on! its a fashion show, have them wear your Brand. I am assuming the Presenter would have been thought through way before the event, its a great chance to style them and have them change outfits during the breaks<strike> (or not)</strike> however, I know it makes the show exciting and Designers need to be mindful that the Presenter will be on the stage longer than any of their models so utilize that as a tool. </span><br />
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<span style="font-weight: normal;">Who should be incharge of picking the music the models walk to? Who selects the music that is played during breaks? Should music be carefully selected to match the theme of the show?</span><br />
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<span style="font-weight: normal;">Those are just some of my general observations from different fashion shows I have attended. Kuddos to all the designers that ace their shows - hard-work does pay off!</span><br />
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<br />Lilianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02633865626473964350noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3985889777169314393.post-69086163962571525722013-09-04T06:23:00.000-07:002013-09-05T03:15:04.284-07:00BOOTCAMP: August Memorabilia!!SPECIAL EDITION!<br />
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AUGUST was such a great month! I achieved most of what (in my head) I set out to do.... I got stronger, faster and (still working on) leaner.. Lost some FAT....(there is a difference between fat and mass bytheway) and now looking to get toned and owning my new shape (when it comes). Not only that, I was a trainer (yes, TRAINER) for a few sessions as our usual trainer took a small break - what an experience! But That's AUGUST!!!! and I sense my September will be twice as awesome. I'm ready for it!<br />
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LiveFit has had a promotion running for the whole lot of August which has received such an amazing response from people everywhere. We had such great people coming through, all of different fitness levels... <br />
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Memorabilia from AUGUST!!!</h4>
All photos taken from our amateur phone cameras. September will be better! lol<br />
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I echo that August has been such a brilliant month fitness wise for me. If you are still trying to make up your mind about living a healthy lifestyle, well, you really honestly cant be convinced any further..... but wait, our trainer's transformation might just inspire you (Near future blog post), and if that doesn't, I dont know what will. Sweets are bad!!! End Story! lol.<br />
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Thank you to everyone that has Come for the Exercise and those that have Come ans STAYED!! Good Bye August and all your wonderful Memories!! See you in September!! #TeamWorkMakesTheDreamWork!!<br />
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Where does your help come from??</h2>
Sometimes I am so hard-headed. Its My way or the Highway!! I forget to
say my 'Please' and 'Thank Yous' and 'Excuse Me' and to assure someone that they are
'Welcome.' I forget to do good to others, to remain humble. Surely this would disappoint my Father for he taught me better than this. But i simply ........forget. I become unapproachable, invincible and irreplaceable <i>Through Mine Eyez</i>! The constant battle between the my Flesh and the Spirit! *Sigh* <br />
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I have to be honest here, I am culprit of '<b>self-solutions</b>'. The one place that started the problem i.e., my self is where I turn when angry. It seems to make sense then! But when God feels like He has tried Left - Right and Center to grab my attention, something must surely give!!!<br />
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I have learnt today that it is in my quietest moments that I will hear from the Lord most. Even common knowledge has it that amidst all the noise and turbulence you can hardly hear anything, let alone something that is as calming and peaceful as the Lord's voice. The sound of my own voice and thoughts are distraction enough!<br />
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I stumbled upon Kari Jobe - Aww what a blessing her cute voice
has been to my heart. Bless the path that led me to this video.. BE
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Sometimes, its not smart words or the right attitude that you need, it may just be a tiny voice of reassurance - that the Lord has got you! I mean, it might not be the same for us all, but it works for me so beautifully!<br />
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I have had to BE STILL!! to trust only in Him, because really and truly, He has ALL the answers.<br />
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In those times that I seek inspiration and or some sort of solution, I
know now to BE STILL - and wait on the Lord....... there is no harm in
waiting for the BEST solution!! <br />
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I do not want to be enslaved by my Flesh anymore, by desires that seek
to only benefit me, by mediocre and petty thoughts, by lack of courtesy,
it may all seem like small deeds but its only when they begin to take
over that you realise you need HELP!!!<br />
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BE STILL My Soul! <br />
<br />Lilianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02633865626473964350noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3985889777169314393.post-29233930091011837302013-08-23T05:26:00.001-07:002013-08-23T05:30:02.080-07:00BOOT CAMP: Live Fit Health and Fitness!! #GetFitCampaign<br />
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I can't begin to explain the amount of energy I have gained since joining Boot Camp. The gym equipment would have never done this for me, clearly because I am too lazy to push myself. I keep saying, if you are anything like me, Boot Camp should be something you look forward to. The trainer to push you and other members for encouragement! <br />
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At Boot camp we have had to do everything, I mean EVERYTHING exercise related, from work-outs I can not pronounce to some I did not even know existed.<br />
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Well, apart from my energy levels moving from a minimum of 3 on a chart or 1-10 to 5.. trust me, 5 may seem like a small number, but it is not for me, I know I am doing something right and the BODY ACHES after workout drastically taking a step back.... Ahh, why must I stop if its working???? its a Lifestyle!<br />
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They say it takes about 4weeks for you to Notice the Change yourself and its safe to say I am better than I started.. 8 weeks for your family/friends to Notice it (happened too) and 12 weeks for the whole world to Notice (gulp!! Im on that!lol).<br />
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Recently, my goals have had to change from merely needing more energy for my various life activities to now seriously desiring a FIT body!! it not vain at all! (*smiles and waves*)<br />
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The sessions are getting more intense and as much as I hate to say this.....FUN, and yes, some days are horrible (mostly because I forgot to eat for energy) but that just makes me want to be better at the next Session. To be honest, SUICIDES have to be the worst form of exercise and to keep going back and forth for 15 minutes does not make it fun, however sprinting and running has taught me alot of ENDURANCE and FOCUS! Two very important values I can use in my daily life. And the art of NEVER GIVING UP is priceless!<br />
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Like anything else on this earth (that doesn't fall from the sky like Manna) DONT just WISH for it! WORK for it!<br />
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....And that is the truth!! That's why TEAMWORK makes the DREAMWORK!!!<br />
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Like every other bootcamp session, this one was no different - on the scale of Hardcore... it must have been HARDCORE!!! and the beauty was that most of the people invited were present!!<br />
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From Bloggers to Djs and Tv personalities - Boot camp is no respecter of persons... <strike>unfortunately</strike>.. haha.. i love Luchi but he was about done in like 2minutes.. haha. He was such an awesome sport though, he pushed as hard as he could until finally we all just wanted out. It was a work-out well worth it. I repeat, the First day is always Always the hardest if you have never worked out and to be fair, people have been doing really well for their first day! Mine was horrible (refer to first ever boot camp post)<br />
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Yeahhhh hey, i have NOT a clue what was going on down here..... Team suck-your-stomach-in perhaps?!!No? Yes?? lol <br />
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....and you are looking at #TeamLiveFitJunior Representative >> No, not me!! The little man on the Right! Yobe who happens to be the trainer's little brother! He is the future! so yes, little people are welcome to bootcamp too, of course permitted by their Parent/Guardian!<br />
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And ofcourse, the very awesome DJ Luchi with our trainer, Mr Muz. you can listen to Luchi on Radio Phoenix (89.5), he is the very awesome gentleman that helps us with traffic in the morning. I absolutely adore his person.<br />
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