Weekend Recap 4

Dress Wet Seal, Hat Down town Kingston

Niketa on ICE

 

Thanks Giving Outfit (recap)

New York Week 2

Hello there ,I hope you are all well.Today I bring to you part two of my vacation chronicles. Last week I  spent a little more time round and about Brooklyn ,Walked around prospect park ,visited the Brooklyn Bridge Park and rode the subway, I also had sushi for the first time and I must say I enjoyed my California roll and  I loved the kick of wasabi. Here are  few photos from my week enjoy.

Vacation 2015: New York

    For the past week  I have had the pleasure of being in New York, in that time   I had the opportunity to do a bit of site seeing and such.This week I visited Staten Island,the observatory at the top floor of the Rockefeller center and time square.Here are a few images from my trip enjoy.

The wonders of Honey

Similarly to rosemary and ACV honey has a variety of uses.Honey is often considered  to be a super food, a super food simply defined is an item considered to have numerous benefits for health and well being.In addition to its health benefits honey also has a number other uses as it relates to hair and skin.

Apple Cider Vinegar

If you have been following my blog for a while you would have seen me mention Apple Cider Vinegar here and there.It is one thing I ensure I do not run out of. Lately I have opted to get the bigger bottle (32 fl.oz.).Continuing on the heels of a previous post today we will be highlighting apple cider vinegar and its many and varied uses.

The decathlon called life :The Journey continues

We are what we repeatedly do,waiting ,planning, thinking about doing something is not actually doing it. Many of us intend to do things and never get around to .How can we transition from wishful thinking to action? this is different for everyone but here are a few things that can help you get started:

• Start now, the longer you wait to do something the more likely you are to continue putting it off.
• There is strength in number,find a partner who shares your goal,this will help with accountability when you drop off the wagon that person should serve as encouragement. 
• Keep going what ever it is however hard it gets stick it out,if its for the better in the long run Keep Going.
• Remind yourself why you are doing it,we all get discourage and feel uninspired ,so from time to time remind yourself of your goals and your progress.
• Remember that things take time and slow progress is better that no progress.

I hope this was helpful.Until next time ......

Thought of the week
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We are what we repeatedly do.
Romans 3:23 For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God
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Niketa
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All you need to know about Rosemary

I have previously mentioned rosemary and the benefits it has for hair and how useful it can be for growing health hair. Today I will look at the varying using for this wonder plant. Rosemary is from the mint family it is know for its very distinct smell and is used mainly used in cooking and as a medicinal plant.

Team Natural

Sixteen months ago I embarked on this natural hair Journey,I would be a terrible person if I give the impression that it has been a  flower and rainbow sort of experience.These days there are countless blog post and videos dedicated to this journey whether you opt to do a big chop or transition you can find helpful and relevant insight all over the web.Everyone experience is different  however and as such I try to share my experience. There are days when I look at pictures of my healthy, bouncy relaxed hair and think what have I done,then there are other days when I marvel at my  hair in its current state. For me natural hair provides versatility. I can go curly,straight , wavy,rock a fro the option are truly endless,  However it takes some time and practice but once you get the hang of it you will be on your way.

twist out June 2015

Red Lips and Big Hair

DIY Face Mask

So your skin has been through it all , the summer was rough.Here's how to help your skin recover.Today I will sharing  with you two mask that can be easily incorporated into your skin care routine. Both mask utilize  items I've already introduced so lets get to it.

Charcoal Mask

• Activated Charcoal (1-3 capsule)
• Tea Tree Oil (1 drop)
• Baking soda
• Honey

Combine all ingredients, apply evenly over the face, allow to dry then rinse with ward water (preferable).

Senegalese Twist

How many times can I say it ,I love protective styles.This summer I went with Senegalese twist.I opted to use Nappy Annie Barding hair I used about 6 Packs #4. The style took about 6 hours but again this depends on the person doing your hair.Please note that depending on the size of the twist and how your wear and care this style may not last the traditional 4-6 weeks. You can get away with wearing it longer if you opt to re twist, however generally speaking it may last 3-4 weeks.

Weekend Recap 3

Private beach next to Puerto Seco (Discovery Bay Jamaica)

Hi everyone hope your summer has been going well,Last weekend was the highlight of mine had the opportunity to visit the beautiful parish of St.Ann and made a few stops at Puerto Seco , Dunns River and Dolphin Cove .I cannot tell the last time I have had such a  fun filled weekend. Here are a few highlights.

Discover Jamaica

My last road trip was a resounding success, we ventured to Frenchman cove in Portland,that trip led me to research water bodies closer to home ,here what I've found.

Emancipation Weekend

Face & body Scrub

First the  apologies,due to technical difficulties I was unable to post on the weekend but the show must go on.Continuing on the heels of my last post we are now in the middle of summer.At this time of year our skin becomes severely oiling and feel all sort of crazy, even if  you are lucky enough to be speared from the skin crisis no worries this will still come in handy.For this DIY you only need four items which I guarantee you already have.

DIY Toner

Today's post will be a quick and simple one.We are in the middle of summer,super hot weather,now more than every our skin is exposed to all the elements.Here my recommendation a do it your self toner that nourishes skin after a rough day out and about.

Road Trip Chronicles

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Yesterday a few friends and I Journey to Portland for a birthday celebration .We made stops at French Man's Cove and an unplanned stop at the folly ruins .Portland is know for it many beautiful beaches and rivers however there is a lot more to experience.I recently heard the story surrounding this beautiful structure. It was built in the 18 century and sea water was used to construct the massive house. Undoubtedly the house began to crumble ,despite the infrastructural challenges though  a great deal of the property still stands today .If you are ever in Portland do check it out. I had an amazing day French man's cove was quite refreshing .After a long hectic week it was amazing to just submerge in the clear blue waters. 

This week I also celebrated by 24th birthday.Its crazy to think that I'm already in my mid twenties.How time flies. Grateful for having lived another year,one filled with triumphs ,failures and most importantly lessons. The journey is not in the destination but rather the moments that lead you there.I can honesty see my growth over the past couple of years and for that I am thankful.Here are a few images from our stop at folly.Until next time..........

Curly Fro

Palces to go this summer

So July is upon us,many of us use this time of year for outings with family and friends.If you want to go somewhere but you are not quite sure where to go and what is offered then you are in the right place.Today I will be sharing with you a few places you can try this summer.

if you are taking out children or want a night or day of  fun and games this is the spot for you,Buzzers is a gaming arcade ,located on Port Henderson road in Portmore St. Catherine.The venue hold a restaurant , a gaming room with several games ,basketball,driving,hammer and shooting games to name a few. you can purchase token I believe they start at $500 (JA) to enter also if you purchase food every $ 350 gets you token 5 tokens.There is also jam zone for the bowlers located in Manor Park St.Andrew.More information can be found below ( click the name).

Jamzone 

    Buzzers

DIY Skin Care

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Toner

For this easy but effective toner all you need is the products above water and a spray bottle.You can always add little things like lime or lemon juice.But as is it is an excellent toner. I have been using it for quite a while now and I am pleased.

Mask

Summer days

Mid Year Evaluation

So it’s the 21st of June 2015.This means two things summer is officially here and secondly  approximately six of the twelve months of 2015 have elapsed. I don't know about you but this year has been a particularly challenging one for me but alas I press on. I wanted today to do a little evaluation. Most companies do quarterly or Bi annual evaluation and I believe that we should also employ this strategy to our  personal lives. Do you remember the goals you had on the January the 1, 2015? Are you any closer to them?

It’s time to ask ourselves a few real questions.

Where do I spend most of my time/money?

How far am I from the goals I set out to complete this year?

What are some of the obstacles that have prevented me from attaining them ? 

If you have completed specific goals

What has assisted you in being successful?

If you aren’t where you want to be, don’t be disheartened you still have six months. Use this evaluation as a guide. Where are you wasting time and energy .The first step in fixing a problem is identifying the issues. I know it can be a challenge to many to see things as they are. Especially if they are not what we want them to be, however deluding yourself will not change the situation? After identifying the areas for development the next step is the hardest. Making the relevant change, the only thing constant is change and if you continue to do what you’ve always done. You’ll continue to get the same result. Also please do not focus solely on your shortcoming or the opposite your achievements. Try to list the areas of strength and weakness. Have a clear and accurate view of your current position so you can chart a way forward.

I hope this was helpful and I want to encourage you to keep on working. I will leave with you a few songs of encouragement.

Summer Style 2

If anyone asked what was my go to hairstyle I would definitely say braids. Protective styles are my forte. I love them because they last  a reasonably long time and require little maintenance.I have tried almost everyone in the book for the previously mentioned reasons. My favorite is definitely box braids as an employed student I don't have a lot of time  and this helps me save on time.

 

Summer style

 Summer is fast approaching ,time to step out in bold, bright playful looks. Today  I will be sharing with you two simple summer looks. Living in the tropics it's practically always summer but when June july rolls around it bring a new dimension of heat. So here's some looks that will keep you cool.

Summer Reading List

Today I wanted to share a few of my favourite books with you, hoping this will inspire you to take up a book or two this summer. Reading is to the mind what exercise is to the body. I have always been an avid reader  and to be honest it was forced on me as a child however  today it’s something I quite enjoy. Gone are the days when reading was limited to having a physical copy of a book there are audio books and app like wattpad that makes keeping up with your reading list that much easier.I will always prefer having the physical book though audio books do have there advantages.Here are a few of my favourite books.

Weekend Recap 3

Hi guys I hope june has been treating you well so far.I also hope that you are excited, for the summer months I will be posting twice weekly.  One will be my summer feature,where to go what to do.Basically a how to optimise your summer guide . Now on to the meat of the matter. The other night I went out with a few members of my dance group,and we had a blast.Funny story the headband  I wore  had dry rotted. The last time I wore it was around my birthday last year. Here how I fixed it. I cut a thin stip out of an old panty hose (stocking) and I tied it  to each end of the metal frame it held it in place and blended with my hair. So the next time you are in a similar predicament grab some stockings.For our night out the dress code was maxi heres what I came up with.

this is how I usually style crop tops with a maxi or high waisted skirt

Summer is on the Horizon




St Thomas Jamaica

Every summer lots of people make plans ,go somewhere new ,eat out,spend time with your family and friends.It is the season to be outside, to run and frolic today I will share with you a few of my summer 2015 plans. As an employed student summer is the time I get a break.I try my best to use this break to improve myself ,so here are things I plan on doing.

Learn something new. What is it that you wish you could do, but you are not sure how to do it? Now is the perfect time to learn for me I will dedicating a few hours a week to improve my French.

Over the past couple of months Kingston Jamaica has seen a diversification of entertainment options and I am very excited, for instance I have never been bowling, I fully intend to change that this summer .There are a few other places on my to visit list. It doesn't have to be somewhere new or expensive. Also if you have nieces, nephews or younger siblings take them a long and get some bonding time in as well.

Advice to Transitioners

Going natural is definitely trending,  having been on this journey for the past year and a half  I believe I have some insight that may be helpful.The first and most valuable lesson I have learnt is have a plan.If you want to go natural know exactly what you are going to do with your hair.That can be  anything ,from getting braids ,doing the big chop ect, I failed on my first attempt because I just didn't know what to do to my hair.
Secondly you cannot use every single product,slow and steady wins the race.If you decide to grow your hair out your priority will not be curls or length at first. Healthy hair should be your goal as a result your focus should not be on styling rather you should try to focus on creating and maintaining a routine.This routine first must be about the process wash ,deep condition and moisturize. Once you've formulated a routine you can then seek products to assist.

Afro's And Neon

 To think that  not too long ago I could not understand why people wore shift dress. I stand her today telling you that this dress made me a convert(thanks sis).I had no intention of  blogging this outfit but based on the response I decided to. I felt very 70's the curly fro ,neon shift dress and the bright clutch really finished off this  look.A shift dress is perfect for those days when its quite hot and you rather wear something thats not clingy (everyday here).I find that they are perfect  when you are in a hurry this one in particular comes with a faux necklace, ready to go.

Transitioning Journey Part 3

Perm rod set (last weekend)

In October 2014 I started using a few products to assist with my transitioning Journey , Today  I wanted to give a bit of an update on  my journey.  I stuck with majority of the products used at the beginning ,with the exception of my shampoo &  conditioners. I loved the Shea moisture transitioning kit, however, I want to try different shampoos and conditioners mainly to see what suits me best. I decided to try out TRESemme to find out what all the buzz was about and for  deep conditioner Queen Helen and Organic's (I read good reviews and they are both very reasonable) .This is actually my second or third time using the hair mayonnaise from  organics , my initial experience  was  back in high school . I chose  the TRESemme  climate control conditioner .

The decathlon called life

So  the first half of 2015 has come and gone.Where are you now? I hope you  are still working toward those goals you made at the beginning of the year . If  not.... why? Even if you dropped off you can get back up.The last couple of months have been rough for me ,many disappointment but still I press.I want this post to   encourage someone to get up an keep going. Anything worth having  will not come easy. I like to view obstacles as preparation for the future.For me life is a decathlon, the only difference is that we are not sure what test we will get, like a goody bag of challenges, our challenges  I like to think are tied to our goals and personalities. In that if you are impatient you will be tested to help you improve that. But I encourage you remain committed to your goals after all aren't you the one who  set those goals. If you want good you nose affi run a Jamaican proverb that simply means that success demands hard work. Strive to be disciple , remain focus and prioritise. What may seem like the best option today may not be the best thing in the long run. Don't be short sighted.with that I wish you all a productive week.

Skin Care Must Haves

Having combination acne prone skin there are a few things that I reach for regularly as they help me to calm breakouts ,keep my skin tone even in addition to other things. These are few items that I learned the value of over the years.If you use any of them  feel free to share how you use them.Many of the items listed have been used topically  for generation in a variety of ways.I encourage you to try them out for yourself .



My must haves:

Great antiseptic I mix with apple cider vinegar,tea tree oil and water for a great home made toner
Use: ance fighter💪