Author: BB

Self-acceptance advocate born and raised in Baltimore, Maryland who adores fashion and style and all it entails. Believes the perfect look begins and ends with confidence. Desires to instill and reinforce confidence in the true beauty found in all of us - inside and out.
— Keys in life —

I’ve Heard the Phrase, “Why be Eye Candy When You Can be Soul Food?” But, Who Said You Can’t be Both?

January 1, 2018
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Some time ago I saw a message on social media that read, “Why be eye candy when you can be soul food?” I realize this is a rhetorical question, but I still think it deserves a good challenge. To me, soul food is substance prepared with love, to provide nourishment, comfort, and strength to endure. My definition of… Read More I’ve Heard the Phrase, “Why be Eye Candy When You Can be Soul Food?” But, Who Said You Can’t be Both?

— Keys in life —

Dear Diary; The Current Thoughts of this Buxom Beauty

December 26, 2017

Dear Diary, Today is December 26, 2017 and I am in complete awe over how fast this year has gone by. I can recall the days of my youth when I felt like time moved so slowly. I remember thinking I couldn’t wait for the weekend, summer vacation, my birthday, and even Christmas. And it… Read More Dear Diary; The Current Thoughts of this Buxom Beauty

— Keys in life, Love & Happiness —

I Need to Start Living, so I Created a List of 20 Things to Do

December 4, 2017

Several years ago a coworker suggested I watch “Elizabethtown”, which is an American romantic comedy written and directed by Cameron Crowe, starring Orlando Bloom (Drew Baylor), Kirsten Dunst (Claire Colburn), and Susan Sarandon (Hollie Baylor). It didn’t get raving reviews, but I adore it. In the beginning of the movie, Drew gets fired and dumped… Read More I Need to Start Living, so I Created a List of 20 Things to Do

— Fashionista, Keys in life —

Are You Fearing the Tag? The Importance of Well-fitting Clothing

November 27, 2017

Several years ago my boyfriend at the time asked for my dress size. He was planning to purchase clothes as a birthday present for me.  I told him I wore a size 12, but I actually wore a size 14. Back then I feared the tag.  In retrospect, my actions were utterly ridiculous. What is… Read More Are You Fearing the Tag? The Importance of Well-fitting Clothing

— Love & Happiness —

I am Nostalgic About Peace and I Won’t Apologize for It

November 20, 2017

There are so many things from past years that give me comfort and joy. One of which is listening to music from my youth. When I hear certain songs I can clearly see the house I lived in as a kid and I immediately smile. I am reminded of the carefree days of my childhood and I am cheered. By… Read More I am Nostalgic About Peace and I Won’t Apologize for It

— Keys in life —

Not Caring if People Don’t Like me Doesn’t Make me a Bad Person; Changing so They Will Does

November 13, 2017

Finding inspiration for this week’s post was a bit difficult. I admit that when I first started this blogging thing I had fears of running out of things to write about. Each time I post something I hope it is found interesting and well written. But, what I desire most is for someone to be encouraged… Read More Not Caring if People Don’t Like me Doesn’t Make me a Bad Person; Changing so They Will Does

— Fashionista, Plus-size Community —

The Problem with Plus-size Fashion is: You Cannot Satisfy Everyone

November 6, 2017

Like everything in life, there are numerous opinions regarding what is wrong with the plus-size fashion industry. There are those who believe there aren’t enough clothing options available to us nor are we accurately represented in the media. Being the selective realist that I am – I do not foresee a resolution. Why? Because you cannot satisfy… Read More The Problem with Plus-size Fashion is: You Cannot Satisfy Everyone

— Keys in life, Plus-size Community, Woman-hood —

More Tea; What’s Wrong with the Term “Plus-size?”

October 30, 2017

Sometimes I wonder if I live in a mental bubble. I say this because I tend to disagree with the masses more often than not – and this trend holds true with my thoughts on the term “plus-size.” The phrase is defined as being larger than the normal range. Um – what is “the normal range?” Regardless of how… Read More More Tea; What’s Wrong with the Term “Plus-size?”