One Day...

Turn "One Day" into TODAY. 

The future is anything you want it to be. 

Dream Big.

Believe.

Be The Queen (King) You're Meant To Be! 

I love you & I believe in you. 

The 75 minutes that have officially…changed my life...forever.

If you, or someone you know is depressed, feeling hopeless/defeated, hurt, struggling, trying to understand "why", heart-broken, jobless/homeless, stressed, lost, bullied, coveting, suicidal, in a "funk", or is hurting…in ANY WAY, SHAPE, OR FORM…please please…if there ever is a time that I can encourage & inspire…in even the slightest way…PLEASE WATCH THIS…NOW. 

Of all the posts I could ever publish, in all my time on earth…I don't think any will ever be as powerful & life changing as this one. 

Wives/Husbands…please watch this with your Spouses. Boyfriends/Girlfriends/Partners…this one's for you. Parents…please watch this with your children. Families…please watch this all together. Or if you're alone like me right this second…please please watch it all by yourself. 

I PROMISE you…it will change your life! 

I bought this movie at Barnes & Noble months ago, & have been waiting for the "perfect" time to watch it with Bobby, but we've always been "too busy". Now that he's away at camp, & I have plenty of time to myself…I was looking through my movies & this one was screaming my name. For those of you who don't already know…I've been "struggling" for the last few years, with many changes, and have never been as "unhappy" in all of my life. To the world…I realize how impossible that may seem, or how ungrateful I may look, but you see…happiness is not at all a result of the things that you "have", whether material or not. I do have it all. The house, the cars, the job, the dream Husband, the most amazing Family & Friends, more LV's than the store itself, but still…I haven't been happy. I've always known that money doesn't buy happiness, but I never known how to articulate that message…until now. The best way to sum up what I've always known, and what I've struggled with for a few years now…is this movie/documentary. 

You see…we all dream of a life of "more", and believe with all of our hearts, that when & if we get there…our heaven will exist. I'm living proof that it's the furthest thing from the truth. Now don't misunderstand…money DOES make you more "comfortable", but it DOES NOT make you happier. You ever heard the saying, "MO MONEY. MO PROBLEMS"? THAT is the truth, and what the world forgets to share with the dreamers & the achievers. You see, as soon as you've "made it"…you stop & look around…& all of a sudden…you're all alone. People treat you differently, and how much fun is it to have abundance…when everyone around you is hurting? When families are working 10 jobs to be able to provide, & you have no kids at home. When you can travel all over the world, but the ones you love most & want to share those experiences with…can't. When people no longer want to come to your house because they feel it's "too nice" & the gifts they used to give you that came from the bottom of their beautiful hearts…no longer are given without feeling ashamed. You see, my loves…money is a dichotomy of many blessings, but also many curses, so please please don't "wait" for the day you have "more", or covet anything anyone else possesses. We all have our struggles, and we all have our crosses to bear. No one is without pain. No matter how much is in their bank account. 

But…with all this said…I also know that the more money Bobby & I make…the more lives we can help, change, touch, and…since I'm a FIRM believer that what I put out into the universe will 100% manifest…this will be the only time I speak on this topic. It's something that's been weighing on my heart for years now, but I refuse to "complain" about it, because I know full well God is listening, and I never want him to take away, our way to make an impact. I am fully aware of how truly blessed I am…in every way…but until now…I've never known how to not feel guilty for the life I've been given. I now know that God gave me this life, not because I'm any "luckier" than anyone else…but he gave it to me because he knew I would share. 

If you've ever wanted to know why I give so much…this, my beautiful Angels…is why. 

(Bobby gives everything & has worked for the last 18 years at the same company & has earned every penny. Neither one of us was born into money & although we are 100% blessed…we're not talkin' Donald Trump status, so don't worry! LOL. But to me…I am rich. For every ounce of his hard work & dedication…I couldn't be more proud. You took "provider" to another level & you're the best Husband in the world. Little shout out to my Boo! I ♥ you, Babe.)

I love you all…with every beat of my heart…and I pray that the love, peace & gratitude…I feel in my heart at this very minute…will in some small way…touch each & every one of your beautiful souls.

Be kind. Help out. Practice random acts of kindness. Stick up for the wounded. Fight for what's right. Don't fit in. Be humble. Give. LOVE LOVE & LOVE some more. Pray. Be Thankful. Hope. Dream. Believe. And ALWAYS know that EVERYTHING happens for a reason…EXACTLY as it should. What doesn't make sense now…will. Keep the faith & keep becoming the beautiful light you were meant to be. 

And most importantly…believe that you deserve all of this…and so much more. 

It's time for you to finally be..."Happy"!

With All The Love One ♥ Could Possibly Possess,

Take To The Sky

Happy Tuesday, Dolls.

While listening to Pandora these past few months, this adorable song always puts a smile on my face, so I thought I would share it with all of you...in hopes that it'll do the same for you! No matter how old we get, we always need a little encouragement & inspiration.

No matter what…Fly, Beautiful Ones…Fly.

Take To The Sky

.Jordan Pruitt.

All of your life you've been waiting,
Keeping your feet on the ground.
So much that you've never seen,
It's just been a dream, until now.
Everyone knows it's your moment,
The magic you need is inside.
So go out and follow your heart,
Make all your dreams, come to life.

[Chorus:]
Take to the sky, and fly, through the heavens.
Open your eyes, and soar above, the blue.
Take a breath, and believe, you can do, anything.
Time to spread your wings, and take to the sky.
(Yeahh)

Set on a course for adventure,
Somewhere beyond the blue moon,
Go and discover the treasure,
Where you land's up to you.

[Chorus:]
Take to the sky, and fly, through the heavens.
Open your eyes, and soar above, the blue.
Take a breath, and believe, you can do, anything.
Time to spread your wings, and take to the sky.

[Bridge:]
Find yourself wrapped up in rainbows,
Tinted with fireflies,
Being here is paradise.

[Chorus:]
Take to the sky, and fly, through the heavens.
Open your eyes, and soar above, the blue.
Take a breath, and believe, you can do, anything.
Time to spread your wings, and take to the sky.
Open your eyes, and soar above, the blue.
Take a breath, and believe, you can do, anything.
Time to spread your wings, and take to the sky.
(Oh yeah)

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Only 2 more days to enter!

And because I love you so…

Have a beautiful night, Loves.

See you tomorrow.

XO

From My Wings…To Yours,

This is OUR year!

HAPPY NEW YEAR, DOLLS!

Yes..I know it's not "officially" the first of the year, but that's exactly why I didn't want to do this post until now. You see…I believe…it's never too late to start over & start creating the life you dream of! It doesn't have to be Monday, the first of the month, a brand new year, etc. Every single day, every single minute…is a chance to turn your life around & begin making your future…different from your past. If you've already broken your resolutions & are beating yourself up…STOP. Take a deep breath and start again... now. If you've eaten a bad meal & feel guilty, don't do what I do & kill it the whole day & wait until tomorrow. Make your next meal healthy. If you stopped going to the gym already…go tonight, tomorrow…whenever you can, whenever you want. We need to stop beating ourselves up & realize we're all human & we all fall…we've just gotta get back up, suck it up, & move on. EVERY MOMENT & EVERY DECISION manifests the life you've created. YOU are in charge of you & YOU can change ANYTHING you wish. NEVER let anyone tell you otherwise, in fact…stay FAR AWAY from those that throw mud on your wings. Surround yourself with those who encourage you to fly. YOU CAN DO ANYTHING & you absolutely can…make the rest of your life…the best of your life! Don't get discouraged, don't give up, & never compare yourself to others. Whatever you covet in others…stop. If you really want what they have…YOU CAN HAVE IT. As my Mama always says, "Life is full of choices." Life is a fraction destiny, but more than that…it's 100% what you manifest. Every decision you make, what you believe, what you tell yourself, who you surround yourself with, etc. ALL of these things can change. IF only you want them to. It's as simple, and as difficult as that. Realizing this is both amazing & scary. To know that the majority of your life is what YOU create it to be can be a tough pill to swallow. The good news is…it's never too late to turn your life around. But please don't misunderstand, I am fully aware that horrible things happen to wonderful people & I'm not at all referring to those instances. That is the part of life we have absolutely no control over. But more than you know…you do have control over.

So…go out there & get the life you want. The life you dream of.

I want it for you. You want it for you. And guess what…YOU DESERVE IT.

If no one told you that today…I did.

YOU DESERVE THE ABSOLUTE WORLD & I so want you to have it! 

It's not your neighbor's turn, not your friend's turn, not your co-worker's turn…

IT'S YOUR TURN!

It's time for YOU to collect on all that was made just for you!

This world is full of "should haves" & people eaten up with regrets, jealously, & misery.

Don't let that be you.

Starting right this minute…get out there & create your dream world.

I love you & I believe in you!

"And I Quote…

May your coming year be filled with

magic and dreams and good madness.

I hope you read some fine books

and kiss someone who thinks you're wonderful,

and don't forget to make some art-

write or draw or build or sing or live as only you can.

And I hope, somewhere in the next year,

you surprise yourself."

-Neil Gaiman

In the words of 2 of my favorite You Tubers…

I resolve to…

DAY 1…CHECK. 

And…

I plan on making myself, my life, & my world…as beautiful as it can possibly be.

Let the games begin!

Come on this journey with me & let's, once & for all…start living the lives we're so deserving of.

Our very best lives. (Love you, Oprah)

Say these aloud & claim it!

Especially the last 2! 

LOL.

2013 is OUR year!

LET'S DO THIS!

I love you to the moon & back I want you to be the happiest you've ever been!

Until tomorrow, my Loves.

HUGE hugs from me to you!

MUAH.

XO

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And because I love you so…

Here's to the best year of our lives!

Need A Little Pick-Me-Up?

Hi, My Angels.

Just as I was about to take a shower a get ready for bed, I plugged my phone in & saw a text from my Sister. What was attached was as beautiful as it gets & I just had to share it with all of you. If your sad, struggling with anything, or just need a little sunshine in your life right now…this is for you. And if you're as happy as can be…you'll still appreciate this! It's definitely one of the most beautiful I've seen! Thank you so much for sending it to me, Sissy. I love you very much.

Have a beautiful night, Sweethearts.

I love you & I am always here.

XO

From my ♥…to yours, 

TEAM ISSAC ♥

After reading this post & this one too...from the beautiful (inside & out), Erin from Living in Yellow...to put it lightly...I was moved.

With tears streaming down my cheeks...I read & I kept on reading. I read both Erin words, & the personal journal of Isaac's Parents...here.

I immediately donated, but felt the need to do so much more & of course...spread the word to all of you. I cannot even begin to fathom this amount of pain, and if I can do ANYTHING at all to ease it...I ABSOLUTELY will.

None of us know this little Angel personally, but in an instant...he invaded ALL of our lives...and our hearts.

If this story touches your heart too...please please don't hesitate to reach out. No matter how small...no act of love goes unnoticed, and EVERY kindness counts.

Let us all join in this movement to help make Isaac & his family's Christmas...one to remember. Because after all...THAT is the TRUE meaning of Christmas.

ALL the ways you can make a difference are right here.

Thank you...with EVERY beat of my heart.

In this life...we ALL gotta stick together & help each other...whenever we need it most.
THIS is one of those times.

I love & appreciate you all...SO MUCH MORE than words. 





We ♥ You, Isaac & We Are ALL Rootin' For You!

Hurricane Sandy

I can't stop watching the news & my heart is breaking for everyone & everything affected by this horrible horrible storm! SO many homes, businesses, etc. I can't even begin to imagine. If you or anyone you love is close…I am so so sorry & I'll continue to say a million & one prayers for all of you! I know this isn't funny at all & NOTHING to make light of…but I just wanted to make you smile for even a second. 

So with that said…here you go...

And to take your mind off it even more…go ahead & dream about this bag.

In all seriousness though…

Here is my prayer for you.

"Dear Lord I ask you to protect the people and all surrounding areas from hurricane Sandy. Please keep them safe and free of harm. Please inspire and strengthen their courage. Please protect the emergency service crews as they help the public. I thank you dear Lord. I pray this in Jesus' name. Amen"

NOTHING But Love To You & For You,

Try.

To all my Beautiful Girls/Guys out there...

If you're goin' through it…Keep on goin'.

Turn this up & pretend I'm singing it to you…at the top of my lungs!

Cry. 

Let It Go.

and

Keep Movin'.

You're gonna be better than ok.

Have faith.

NEVER give up.

I love you & I am ALWAYS here.

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TRY

-Pink

Ever wonder about what he’s doing
How it all turned to lies
Sometimes I think that it’s better to never ask why

Where there is desire
There is gonna be a flame
Where there is a flame
Someone’s bound to get burned
But just because it burns
Doesn’t mean you’re gonna die
You’ve gotta get up and try try try
Gotta get up and try try try
You gotta get up and try try try

Eh, eh, eh

Funny how the heart can be deceiving
More than just a couple times
Why do we fall in love so easy
Even when it’s not right

Where there is desire
There is gonna be a flame
Where there is a flame
Someone’s bound to get burned
But just because it burns
Doesn’t mean you’re gonna die
You’ve gotta get up and try try try
Gotta get up and try try try
You gotta get up and try try try

Ever worried that it might be ruined
And does it make you wanna cry?
When you’re out there doing what you’re doing
Are you just getting by?
Tell me are you just getting by by by

Where there is desire
There is gonna be a flame
Where there is a flame
Someone’s bound to get burned
But just because it burns
Doesn’t mean you’re gonna die
You’ve gotta get up and try try try
Gotta get up and try try try
You gotta get up and try try try
Gotta get up and try try try
Gotta get up and try try try
You gotta get up and try try try
Gotta get up and try try try

You gotta get up and try try try
Gotta get up and try try try

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And Because I love you so…

Here you go!

You've Gotta Get Up & Try,

Super Ty

I saw this on Beautiful Brie's Blog & wanted to do my little part to help spread the word. 

Please do the same. This absolutely breaks my heart. 

God Bless this little Angel & everyone who loves him. 

I will say a million & one prayers. 

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Please help spread the word about this beautiful boy.

He was sent home on hospice last week and things aren't looking good.

"Tomorrow is my birthday.  Instead of offering me a "happy birthday" (because we all know I am far from happy) I ask of you to share his story with anyone and everyone who will listen.  That is the greatest birthday gift you can give to me."

-Ty's mom, Cindy Campbell

www.superty.org

F U CANCER

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All My Love & Prayers,

Diamond Necklace Reveal!

Ok Dolls!

The moment has finally come!

As you all know by now…I was able to get my hands on 3 necklaces, instead of just the original one! 

So that means 3 of you will be sent this adorable necklace! 

YEAY!

Due to popular demand…I decided to just do my usual "drawing" & put all your names in this gorgeous "diamond-like" vase!

So…without further adieu…

Here are the 3 names Bobby pulled out…

Congratulations to all of you & if you could, pretty please send me your addresses…I'll get them out to you asap! 

And…because this is a totally different type of gift…if the rest of you that already commented (No new comments, please. I have to be completely fair. Only the girls that were entered to win. Brie & MB….you were as well!) could also send me your addresses, pretty please…I want to send you a little inspirational something as well!

Equally as cute, since I couldn't get all of you this necklace!

But trust me…you will love it.

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Thank you ALL…for every kind word you spoke & for touching my life, & my ♥… so much more than words could ever express!

YOU are the diamonds in my life, & I will treasure you…ALWAYS.

Have a beautiful day & stay tuned for tomorrow's "Urban Decay Dreams" 

Giveaway Reveal! 

 Huge Love & Hugs To You!

MUAH.

XO

Lovin' My Diamonds Girls,