Lot of Love and Sugar

Looking for a perfect cookie for Valentines Day??

These cherry kiss cookies are a must! With a  slight hint of cherry and almond, these cookies have become my new favorite! I found the recipe on the Taste of Home instagram page :) Super easy and delicious! Happy early Valentines!

- Brooklyn

New Year Thoughts

 

As this year is coming to a close, and boy was this a difficult year for me, I have high hopes for 2019. This last year taught me that when you do not love yourself adequately, you will put up with being mistreated and unappreciated. Somehow believing or telling yourself that this is the best you could or will get. Well let me say this, that is a complete lie. There are billions of people in the world and many would love to love you correctly!  Don't hesitate to love yourself and let go of anyone or anything that takes love from you.

This holiday look is from Ann Taylor Factory store and is all on sale!

The purse is from the Kate Spade outlet store and is on sale too!

 

Side note in case anyone needs some love advice ;)

Date someone for at least a year. Some people are really good at pretending to be exactly what you want and need, but with time the true person will always come out and stay.

May this new year bring lots of LOVE and FULFILLMENT!

Live Colorfully

It is key to know what colors look best with your skin tone. For my darker complexion and dark hair I have found that bright colors look best. For me when I feel like I look my best, I am more confident and happy. Coffee always lifts my mood as well :)

Top: Loft, Jeans: Madewell, Shoes: not pictured but Karl Lagerfeld flats

Actions Over Words Every Time

Something that I have been trying to get better at lately is watching actions over words. I have had a lot of people tell me they love me and will never hurt me but their actions tell a different story. I know words are nice to hear and feel good in the moment but make sure the actions are lining up with the words, otherwise you are in for heartache. Something I have had to learn the hard way. Words without actions are like a heart with no beat. Useless. The beauty of going through these things is it makes me more aware of my words. Gives me an awareness to only say things that I mean because I know the pain it causes when you say things that you don't actually intend to follow through on.

In other news, this little white dress from Talbots is perfect for the summer and so comfortable. Nothing better than feeling confident in an outfit.

Beauty from Ashes

"I want to watch all my bridges burn. Stand in the rain until the pages turn. Dance in the light of a lesson learned. I want to leave everything that hurts, never go back to the way we were. Set it on fire, watch it burn."

Dress: Gianni Bini from Dillards; Shoes from Kate Spade

Bows Are A Girls Best Friend

I love this new dress from Kate Spade. She added a black bow to the front to make it feminine and unique. And I always love a feminine touch! Paired the dress with my new pair of black Ferragamo pumps. I love this look because it is classic and dressy, it wont go out of style. Perfect for a brunch or a dinner at the country club.

Hope

These past few weeks have been challenging for me. But I do know everything happens for a reason. Someone once said it is all about your perspective, changing the phrase "everything happens to me" to "everything happens for me" . When you change one simple word, the whole mindset shifts. I have found that to be very helpful these past few weeks. Have hope today. If you woke up today you were given another chance to spread happiness, love, and hope to the world. That is what I cling to. Hope.

 

Outfit: Dress - Loft, Heels - Vince Camuto.