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Friday, January 15, 2016

An open letter to 2016

Time: 8:55pm
Date: 1/15/16
Place: Universe
Song: Here by Alessia Cara
Mood: Open to Possibilities 

Dear 2016,

As we began our journey together, let me first introduce myself. I'm Dominique, Dom to those who know me best; mysterious to the one's who don't. What you'll soon find out about me is that I don't conform to the norms of most people, but rather do my own thing to the best that common sense will take me. Perfect by no means, but rather I dare to say hopeful with rebel like qualities. 

You see 2016, though I work a nine to five like most average joes I have but one real goal in mind.  What's that goal? Call it ambitious, but to be a successful writer. Like all artists, I have stumbled, fallen, had major doubts, and change direction; but as I said earlier, I have a goal in mind.

I being (let's call a spade, a spade) fat, that has somehow limited my climb up that ladder that people try to convince themselves doesn't exist. Some people like to say (even think) that full figure women are offered the same opportunities as everyone else, but the truth is; that shit ain't true! People have taken a first look at me and immediately put me in the fat and lazy category, but I digress. The purpose of this letter is not play the "Poor Me" card, but to OWN WHO I AM card. What I'm realizing is...It's not my job to change people's minds about what they perceive me to be, because I know who I am and I'm secure with that. People are not going to just open the doors and let me walk through, I'm going to have to knock down those doors that were meant to keep me out DOWN! And that's just the reality of the situation, THE LIFE & TIMES OF A FULL FIGURED FASHIONISTA if you will (PLUG for my book; yes, I'm shameless! Get the book boo!).

Anyway 2016, I'm not giving up. As hard as being an artist is, I will keep going (starving artist in the building!) There's a higher power in the universe and it has a great, and positive plan for me.

"Today I begin a new life, for I am the master of my destiny, and today will be a great and beautiful day"
                                                                                                 
                                                                                                      Jody from the movie Baby Boy
                                                                                                                Via Unknown Writer

DEUCES!!!

Dom 


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Monday, February 9, 2015

Full Figured Outfit of the day!


Hello beautiful people! lately I've been trying not to shop. Due to my weight loss surgery I've dropped 100 pounds and for a girl like me than means a NEW wardrobe. But, because my weight hasn't stabilized yet buying clothes would be a waste of money :-(. So I've been indulging in accessories starting with these two handbags from Express.

1. Patent Bowler Bag


2. Hawaiian Print Bowler Bag



But that's not enough to satisfy the shopping beast on my back. So, strolling through Nordstrom I came upon an Adrianna Papell Colorblock Sheath Dress. Available in sizes 14-24, I had to try it on! The fit was AMAZING, and I have to say your girl was looking type professional, with a hint of SEXY! Yes, I made my big girls proud. The only think that stopped me from buying the dress, was the fact that the strap was falling off of my shoulders (sad face), and my weight hadn't stabilized yet; Gastric Sleeve surgery has struck again!

But I just had to show you how the dress looked on me, now being able to fit a size 20; which is six sizes smaller than I use to be, I'm on the road to finding my healthy! Check out the dress that has given me LIFE!





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